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What are the penalties for underpaying holiday pay in the UK in 2026/27?

13.10.2026

If you underpay holiday pay, you have to pay the shortfall back. Once the Fair Work Agency (FWA) starts enforcing...

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Employment contract requirements in the UK: how to check your contracts are compliant

13.10.2026

UK employers must give every employee and worker a written statement of employment particulars. The principal statement is due on...

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A business woman having a serious conversation about sick pay.

How do I calculate SSP for a part-time employee in 2026/27?

13.10.2026

The Employment Rights Act 2025 changed how Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) works from 6 April 2026. SSP now starts on...

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Understanding and managing workplace stress: a complete guide for employers

29.09.2026

When pressures like long hours, heavy workloads, or messy workplace conflicts become more than an employee can cope with, workplace...

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Choosing and managing contractors: the complete guide for UK businesses

24.09.2026

If you hire the wrong contractor, it can cost more than even the job itself. Going over budget, HSE enforcement...

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Picture of the Golf Road Stand at Altrincham FC with Citation's new branding. Stand image says 'Supporting businesses with big goals'

Citation becomes Altrincham FC’s new stand sponsor for 2026/27 season

23.09.2026
3minute read

We’re now officially part of the Golf Road End. Citation’s branding is up on the terrace at Altrincham FC’s J....

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Employee probation notice period guidance for employers

23.09.2026

Sometimes, even with the best recruitment process in the world, an employer or employee realises a job just isn’t a...

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What is a sickness absence policy, and why is it important?

22.09.2026
10minute read

What is a sickness absence policy, and do you really need one? Key takeaways: A clear sickness absence policy acts...

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Banner image for a 2026 guide to Fair Work Agency inspections: UK employers must keep some employment records, such as annual leave and holiday pay records, for up to six years.

What documents do UK employers need ready for a Fair Work Agency inspection? A 2026 guide

16.09.2026

The Fair Work Agency (FWA), which was established on 7 April 2026, can visit your business without notice and ask to...

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