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Insights, guides, and updates for UK businesses navigating HR and compliance.
Fire and Rehire: Tighter Rules Under the Employment Rights Act 2025
The Employment Rights Act 2025 sharply restricts fire and rehire practices. UK employers must now prove exhaustive consultation or face automatic unfair dismissal findings.
Shinepoint Employee Portal: Manage Your Team with Confidence
Discover how the Shinepoint branded Employee Portal helps UK SMEs streamline HR management, boost team trust, and improve operational efficiency.
Zero-Hours Reforms: Guaranteed Hours Rules Under ERA 2025
The Employment Rights Act 2025 gives zero-hours and low-hours workers the right to request guaranteed hours. Here's what UK businesses need to know.
Tighter Leave Tracking for UK SMEs with Shinepoint
Discover how Shinepoint's leave management features help UK small businesses stay compliant, reduce admin, and give employees a seamless holiday booking experience.
Modern Absence Management: Why UK Businesses Must Act Now
SSP reforms and new day-one rights are reshaping absence management. Discover why outdated policies now expose UK businesses to tribunal risk and rising costs.
HMRC Expense Fraud: Rising Enforcement and Employer Liability
HMRC is intensifying scrutiny of expense fraud and policy breaches. UK businesses must tighten approval processes and align with HMRC guidelines to avoid serious liability.
Employment Rights Act 2025: Full Reform Timeline Explained
The April 2026 changes are only the first wave. Here's what UK employers need to know about the full Employment Rights Act 2025 reform timeline.
Day-One Paternity & Parental Leave Rights: What Changes in 2026
From 6 April 2026, paternity leave and unpaid parental leave become day-one rights for UK employees. Here's what SMEs need to know and do before the deadline.
Statutory Sick Pay Changes from 6 April 2026: What Employers Must Know
From 6 April 2026, SSP rules change significantly. No waiting days, no Lower Earnings Limit, and a new earnings-linked calculation. Here's how to prepare.
Shinepoint Workflows: Smarter HR Processes for Your Business
Discover how Shinepoint Workflows can automate and simplify your HR and compliance processes — with expert guidance available every step of the way.
National Living Wage Rises From 1 April 2026: New Rates Explained
From 1 April 2026, the National Living Wage rose to £12.71/hr for workers aged 21+. Here's what UK employers need to know about all the new rates.