How much money are you spending on “HR”? Most business owners we speak to say they don’t have an HR budget. What they usually mean is that they don’t have a planned one. Because in reality, most businesses are already spending money on HR. They...
Employment Rights Act: what’s now enforced and what’s to come The first wave of Employment Rights Act laws have come into effect this month, with more to follow throughout the rest of 2026 and 2027. To help you to know where you stand, let’s look at what’s...
How an HR budget will save you money this year Most businesses say they don’t have an HR budget. What they usually mean is that they don’t have a planned one. In reality, most businesses are already spending money on HR. They just don’t think of it that way. HR costs...
What every employer needs to know about suspension When you have an issue with an employee, suspending them might feel like the right action. However, you need to be 100% sure that this is legally compliant or you could leave yourself wide open to an expensive...
Get your HR ready for 2026 There’s a lot happening in the world of employment law and HR this year… That’s why we’ve created a simple 5-point checklist to help business owners to see where they stand: ✅ Legal foundations: Are your contracts and...
What happens when key people leave Every small business has those key people you rely on. When they leave after years in the role, they take with them knowledge about suppliers, processes and client relationships that nobody else has. It’s a familiar story. But it’s...
