Free, plain-English guidance on hiring, contracts, policies and the latest UK employment law — written by an FCIPD professional.
UK law requires a written statement of employment particulars on or before an employee's first day. Here's what it must include and what happens if you skip it.
A fair, ACAS-aligned disciplinary process protects your business. Here are the steps UK tribunals expect employers to follow.
An employee handbook isn't legally required in the UK, but for small businesses it's one of the smartest things you can put in place. Here's why and what to include.
From registering as an employer to the legal paperwork on day one — the full step-by-step checklist for UK small businesses hiring their first employee.
The UK Employment Rights Act brings major changes for employers in 2026 — day-one sick pay and family leave, tougher enforcement and more. A plain-English summary for small businesses.