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Unfair Dismissal: What Employers Need to Know for January 2027
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is bringing important changes for employers. The qualifying period for unfair dismissal is changing – and employers need to be preparing now. From January 2027, the qualifying period is set to reduce from two years to six months. What could this mean for your business, your probation periods and your employment contracts? In our latest video, our CEO Sophie Forrest-Lavery explains what employers need to know and why it’s important to start revie
Jun 131 min read
RIDDOR Review: What Business Owners Need to Know - May TWBM article
In my column for this month’s Tunbridge Wells Business magazine, I explain what business owners need to know about the upcoming RIDDOR review. If you’ve seen headlines about the HSE’s current review of RIDDOR — the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations — you might be wondering whether you should be doing anything for your business now. The short answer is: not yet. The HSE launched a public consultation in April 2026, and it closes on 30 June.
Jun 32 min read
Probation Periods: Do Yours Need Reviewing?
What length of probation period do you currently have in place – and does it need updating? With changes to employment rights on the horizon, now is a good time for employers to review their probation periods and make sure their processes are fit for purpose. 👉 Watch our latest video to find out more.
Jun 11 min read
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