Colleagues who are pregnant have both employment law and health and safety protections afforded to them under UK law. As an employer you are duty bound to support pregnant colleagues ensuring both their employee rights are addressed and that their health and safety is assured. Failing to protect the health and safety or denying the rights of a pregnant worker or a new mother is grounds not only for a hefty financial penalty or employment tribunal but can also be grounds for a

Tackling stress, anxiety and depression can be a difficult task especially as a business owner whilst overseeing the daily running of a company. Still, the issue remains vitally important all year round, at all levels of employment. Failure to address work-related stress in your organisation can result in a breach of your responsibilities to ensure employee well-being, leading to a costly legal claim. Employer’s responsibilities regarding stress

This year marks ten years since the passage of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. Hailed as ground-breaking at the time and remains one of only...

Sickness absences are a costly expense for employers both in lost employee hours and in statutory sick payments. As an employer it’s understandable that you want to keep all your staff working, however sickness absences are unfortunately unavoidable as people get sick, especially at certain times of the year when things like colds and flu are rife. As an employer you should have a clear and efficient process for managing sickness and absence amongst your workforce, this can h

Part of the Employment Rights Bill, neonatal care leave and pay came into force on April 6th (2025). Under The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023, parents will receive a maximum of 12 weeks leave and pay when their baby undergoes neonatal care. This is in addition to existing parental leave entitlements (maternity, paternity shared parental leave etc). Employers will need to ensure that their documentation, contracts and policies are up to date or risk facing a costly leg

As the Christmas Holidays become a distant memory and 2025 gets into gear, the business world is getting set for some big changes, especially in employment law. But what of Health and Safety? So without further ado, here are Croner’s predictions for what employers should keep tabs on regarding Health and Safety in the UK throughout the year. For more advice and guidance on how to keep your business compliant with the latest Health and Safety legislation, contact Croner’s advi

Mental health is an integral part of our overall wellbeing. Understanding and maintaining good mental health can help us lead fulfilling lives, both personally and professionally. We aim to provide insightful tips and information on mental health first aid and its importance in the workplace. 1 in 4 UK employees have a medical diagnosis for a mental health condition, however, only 13% of employees feel comfortable talking about their mental health to their employer. With so m

with Mother's Day around the corner, hiring temporary staff may be the only option to keep your business fully functional.

As part of the Employment Rights Bill, the government is planning to make changes to Bereavement Leave, unpaid Parental Leave and Paternity Leave. In this article we are going to explain what the intended changes are. If you need immediate support, get in touch with one of our experts on 0844 561 8133 and quote your membership number. What is the existing policy on bereavement leave?

Some stress at work is unavoidable. But, if it gets too much, it can have a massive impact on wellbeing,

On the announcement of the Employment Rights Bill, the government stated they were planning to make changes to unfair dismissal and introduce day one rights for employees. This has left a lot of employers asking what this change means for them, and how it will affect their existing procedures and policies. If you want immediate support or advice while dismissing an employee, get in contact with one of our experts on 0844 561 8133 and quote your membership number. What’s the e

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The government have announced 28 changes to employment law which will impact EVERY business in the UK. Navigating these changes can be complicated and getting it wrong could be costly and damaging. But don't worry – through Floristry Trade Club Business Membership you have a dedicated partnership with Croner to help your business navigate these changes. To learn more about The Club memberships please visit Join The Club Some of the changes include: Day one rights . The curren

The Employment Allowance lets eligible employers reduce their National Insurance liability by up to £5,000 for the 2024/25 tax year. It’s designed to support smaller employers with their employment costs. In April 2022, the allowance increased from £4,000 to £5,000 and from April 2025 the allowance will increase to £10,500 a year. Employers’ Class 1 National Insurance contributions, rates, and thresholds for the tax year can be found on the government website. Am I eligible t

On the announcement of the Employment Rights Bill, the government stated they were planning to make changes to unfair dismissal and introduce day one rights to employees. This has left a lot of employers asking what this change means for them, and how it will affect their existing procedures and policies. What’s the existing framework for claiming unfair dismissal? At present, any employee wanting to take their employer to an employment tribunal for unfair dismissal, must hav