October 2024 Newsletter

by Kelly Marsden | Oct 10, 2024 | Monthly Newsletter

How Long Should You Retain HR Data? In the UK, the retention of HR data is governed by several legal requirements and best practices. Statutory Retention Periods Certain records must be kept for specific periods due to legal requirements. For example: Payroll Data,...

September 2024 Newsletter

by Kelly Marsden | Sep 19, 2024 | Monthly Newsletter

This month, we bring you the latest updates and insights on key HR topics that are shaping the landscape in the UK. Let’s dive into the top three issues of current interest: 1. Upcoming Employment Law Changes Several significant changes to employment law are set to...

August 2024 Newsletter

by Kelly Marsden | Aug 22, 2024 | Monthly Newsletter

Sexual harassment: key points from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) draft updated technical guidance A new proactive duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment will be in force from 26 October 2024. In preparation, the Equality and Human Rights...

July 2024 Newsletter

by Kelly Marsden | Jul 15, 2024 | Monthly Newsletter

General Election 2024: what does the election result mean for employment law? The results of this year’s general election are in and it’s a Labour win with a significant majority. Below, we summarise the main pledges made by Labour from its manifesto. It has committed...

March 2024 Newsletter

by Kelly Marsden | Mar 19, 2024 | Monthly Newsletter

Forthcoming Legislation – Employment Law Updates April 2024 Minimum Wage Increases from April 2024 The Government has announced the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates which will apply from 1 April 2024. The NLW will be extended to...

February 2024 Newsletter

by Kelly Marsden | Feb 19, 2024 | Monthly Newsletter

Skilled Worker Visas – what rules are changing? The Government has announced plans to cut net migration numbers into the UK. Several changes are set to be introduced from spring 2024 that employers need to be aware of when employing, or in some cases continuing to...