We’d like to share that Charlotte Allfrey has recently stepped away from her role at HRi. Charlotte has been an important part of our journey and we’re truly grateful for her insight, energy, and the positive impact she’s had on…

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), selecting the right independent HR consultant goes beyond managing basic employee tasks. It’s about partnering with someone who truly understands your business and can guide you through the complexities of people management. In today’s…

Earlier this month, the Employment Rights Bill passed its third reading in the House of Commons and is now scheduled for its second reading in the House of Lords on 27 March 2025. This marks a significant step towards strengthening…

HRi, the UK’s professional membership body for independent HR and People professionals, is proud to announce the successful trademarking of the HRi Certified® mark, awarded to independent HR professionals who meet the rigorous standards set by HRi Accreditation. This milestone…

HR in 2024 has been about adaptability, innovation, and resilience. As we stand at the cusp of 2025, it’s remarkable to reflect on the year that was. The HR profession and businesses at large have navigated another year of change,…

As 2024 draws to a close and we look ahead to 2025, we’ve compiled a selection of key employment tribunal cases from the past year. These cases shed light on critical employment issues and offer valuable insights for addressing workplace…

Chasing overdue invoices isn’t just frustrating—it can feel like a full-time job. If you’ve faced this challenge, you’re far from alone. Late payment remains one of the most pressing issues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK. For…

The Autumn Budget 2024 brings impactful changes for businesses across the UK. And small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face unique challenges with the updated regulations. The changes span across National Insurance Contributions, benefits reporting, hiring incentives, and sustainability measures. This…

With the new Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 set to take effect on 26th October 2024, businesses should prepare for a change in how workplace harassment, especially sexual harassment, is addressed.   This new law strengthens…

Finding the Right Clients as an HR Consultant: A Guide to Defining Your Target Market As a HR consultant, one of the biggest challenges you might face is connecting with the right clients. And this isn’t surprising as you’re a…

HR Independents Guidance on Supporting Employers During UK Riots   Introduction In light of the recent unrest across the UK, it is essential for employers to proactively support their employees and maintain a unified workplace. This guidance provides practical steps…

The UK Labour Party has unveiled an ambitious plan aimed at transforming the workplace environment through its “New Deal for Working People.” This plan is poised to bring significant changes that HR consultants and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must…

The UK has experienced an unprecedented influx of immigrants since the onset of the pandemic. The most recent estimates, up to June 2023, reveal a surge in net migration, reaching 672,000—marking a significant uptick from pre-pandemic levels. In December 2023,…

2023 has witnessed several reforms in employment law. Let us take a concise look at the notable changes that have unfolded throughout the year. Last updated: 21 Dec 2023   Private Members Bill – Family Friendly employment law rights Three…

As we come to a close for 2023 and begin 2024, we have pulled together a small selection of tribunal and employment cases from 2023. Each highlights key employment issues. Meaker vs Cyxtera Technology UK Ltd (CTUK) This employment tribunal…

In the case of Haycocks v ADP RPO, the Employment Appeal Tribunal found that a former employee of the UK recruitment process outsourcing arm of HR software ADP faced unfair dismissal due to a flawed redundancy process. Background ADP RPO…

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt recently unveiled the Autumn Statement (22nd November 2023), laying out the government tax spending plans for the upcoming year. This is likely to be the last mini-budget by the government ahead of the general election. So we…

Holiday pay calculation and entitlement for workers on variable hours have created issues for employers, payroll and HR for some time now. The government has published its response to the consultation on reforms to retained EU employment law. This also…