Fixed Term Contract of Employment: UK Law Explained 2026
A fixed term contract is one of the most commonly used employment structures in the UK, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood from a legal risk perspective. Many employers assume that because a contract has an end date, the legal obligations attached to it are lighter. In reality, the opposite is often true. […]
IR35 Changes 2026: What’s New, Who’s Affected & Next Steps
The IR35 changes have fundamentally altered how UK employers engage contractors and manage off-payroll working arrangements. While IR35 is a tax regime rather than an employment law framework, the reforms now sit squarely within the remit of HR, finance and senior leadership, carrying material compliance, cost and reputational risk for businesses that get them wrong. […]
Employee Offboarding: Process, Legal & Best Practice 2026
Offboarding is a critical but often underestimated stage of the employment lifecycle. While many employers focus heavily on recruitment, onboarding and retention, the point at which an employee leaves the organisation is where legal risk, financial exposure and operational disruption are most likely to crystallise. Offboarding is not simply an administrative exercise. It is a […]