Running a business is hard enough without the constant up to date legislations!

Here are some changes to be aware of, if you would like HR support and would like to be kept up to date regularly with legal support why not call us for a free health check!

King Charles III’s Coronation

This is the time to review your contracts as not every employee will automatically get the day off! Prepare to add this date to your calendars. On the 6th will be the Kings Coronation, on Monday 8th May will be a bank holiday! Ahead of the ceremony a full review is needed!

The Worker Protection Bill

Employers could face third party harassment liability. With a stricter duty to prevent sexual harassment.

The new duty on employers to take all reasonable steps to eliminate sexual harassment in the workplace will be enforceable by the equality regulator, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). This proposed approach was discussed in detail in an earlier consultation and government response. However, the detail on what was being proposed was missing from the consultation response – this bill fills in the gaps.

National Minimum Wage

NMW is set to increase on 1st April 2023, for workers aged 23 and over this will take them to £10.42 per hour which is a 9.7% increase!

EU Retained Law

The EU Retained Law Bill means TUPE, annual leave, and laws around working hours, could expire or change before the end of 2023. Join us and we will support and keep you in the loop!

Employment Relations Bill

In December 2022 the government confirmed there will be changes to your employees right to request flexibility! Flexible working policies will need a full review.