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

If you have lone workers, there are UK employment laws and essential health & safety requirements your business must adhere to.  It’s particularly important to make sure these employees are safe and well. Read this guide to gain insights into how to ensure the welfare of employees who work alone. It provides important information that can help you. What is lone working?

The duty of care law in the UK reflects the statutory duties you have as an employer. All organisations must adhere to their ‘duty of care’, regardless of the type of business, be it public, private or voluntary. For example, the law requires you to carry out a risk assessment . This will address all risks that might cause harm in your workplace. Another common law regarding duty of care to employees is consultation. Legally, you must consult employees on any health & safety

So you've decided to start (or you already run) your own small business. Taking the plunge is a brave step and one that comes with its own unique set of challenges that can be overwhelming, especially for first-timers. Besides developing a fool-proof business plan and steering the ship, you’ll have to appoint and manage other individuals, if you're planning on expanding beyond a one person operation. With this in mind, you’ll need to be up-to-date and familiar with employment

Do you have employees who work over bank holidays?  Public holidays raise all sorts of questions, from employee and employer alike. To address a few of the frequently asked questions, here's 10 top tips from us on how to manage your workforce during a bank holiday:

Part of being an employer is having difficult conversations with your staff. It's never easy whether you’re making them redundant, conducting a disciplinary, or managing mental health issues. However, it is crucial that these conversations happen, and that they are handled right. Research conducted last year found that workplace conflict costs employers £30bn a year. But where do you start? How to prepare for difficult conversations at work

You might have heard of salary sacrifice schemes before, but what do they mean for business owners and employees? Let’s look at this...

No matter what your workplace is, you must ensure that you have an emergency response plan in place. This will ensure that all your staff members know what it is they need to do if an emergency occurs. What is an emergency response plan? An emergency plan is your business's researched and planned policy that tells your employees what it is they should do in the case of an incident. This Is designed to help reduce injuries and ensure that business operations aren’t impacted si

Croner explain how to implement a dedicated driver risk assessment.