ICE Regulations UK (2026): Employer Compliance Guide
The ICE regulations, formally known as the Information and Consultation of Employees Regulations 2004, form part of the UK’s statutory framework governing employee consultation. They establish a legal mechanism through which employees in larger undertakings can require their employer to put formal information and consultation arrangements in place, as part of wider UK employment law […]
Trade Union Act 1992: Employer Guide 2026
The “Trade Union Act 1992” is a common shorthand for the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 (TULRCA). For employers, TULRCA sits alongside wider UK employment law compliance duties and day-to-day HR law decision-making, shaping how collective issues are recognised, negotiated and escalated. While the statute is often discussed in the context of […]
Positive Action vs Positive Discrimination: Rules & Risks in 2026
Employers are under a legal duty not to unlawfully discriminate against prospective or existing employees because of a protected characteristic. However, that is not to say employers cannot take ‘positive action’ to assist certain groups of people that are potentially at a disadvantage or under-represented within their workforce. Positive action is a limited exception under […]
Redundancy Consultation for Employers: A Guide
Redundancy consultation is one of the most scrutinised stages of any redundancy process under UK employment law. While redundancy is a potentially fair reason for dismissal under the Employment Rights Act 1996, the fairness of the dismissal will often depend not on the business rationale itself, but on whether the employer conducted a proper and […]
Self Certification Form UK: 7-Day Rule & SSP 2026
Self certification is the process that allows an employee to confirm they are unfit for work due to illness without providing medical evidence for a short period of absence. In UK employment law, this typically covers sickness lasting up to seven calendar days, after which a fit note may be required. This guide is about […]
Recording Conversations at Work UK Guide 2026
Recording conversations at work has become increasingly common. Smartphones and wearable technology allow employees to capture meetings, disciplinary hearings and informal discussions with ease. In many cases, recordings are made without the knowledge or consent of others present. For employers, this raises immediate concerns about trust, confidentiality and legal exposure. At the same time, employees […]
Unconscious Bias Test UK: Legal Guide 2026
Unconscious bias testing has become a common feature of workplace diversity strategies across the UK. Many employers now consider whether to introduce an unconscious bias test, often in the form of an Implicit Association Test (IAT), as part of recruitment reform, leadership development or broader inclusion initiatives. However, while the language of bias is widespread, […]
Workplace Harassment: Employer Liability, Duty & Claims 2026
Workplace harassment is a form of unlawful discrimination when it meets the legal test under the Equality Act 2010. Employers can be held liable for harassment carried out by employees in the course of employment unless they can show they took all reasonable steps to prevent it. Employers also have a specific statutory duty to […]
Voluntary Redundancy: Pay, Notice & Process 2026
Voluntary redundancy is an option for employers to consider as an alternative to making compulsory redundancies. For employers, it is important to understand the legal and personnel issues of offering voluntary redundancy to avoid complaints and potential legal claims. In this guide, we explain what voluntary redundancy means and how it works in practice, as […]
Overtime UK: Rules, Pay & 48-Hour Limits 2026
Overtime refers to the additional time employees work beyond their standard contracted hours. In workforce management terms, overtime helps employers meet operational demands, especially during peak periods or when deadlines are approaching, or to alleviate staffing issues. However, managing overtime requires careful consideration of legal regulations, employee wellbeing and cost implications. This guide provides UK […]