In a recognition of the increasing demands for accountability and fair practice in healthcare, the General Medical Council (GMC), the professional regulator for doctors in the United Kingdom (UK), has moved towards simplifying the process for striking off physicians who engage in discriminatory behaviour. The GMC has committed to legitimise and streamline handling of complaints…
A recent webinar, held on Thursday, provided in-depth insights into the topic of statutory sick pay, underlining its importance in the payroll landscape. The event also shed light on the future direction of payroll, emphasizing the critical changes brought about by digital transformation. The webinar brought together various payroll professionals, labor law experts, and human…
April 2026 has seen a raft of major amendments to employment law, fundamentally altering the UK employment landscape. These changes, detailed below, reflect shifting social values and economic realities. 1. National Minimum Wage Rise: In a bid to combat rising inflation in the UK, the national minimum wage has witnessed a 2% increment to £9.32…
A concerning link has been established between construction dust exposure, often termed a ‘silent killer,’ and approximately 500 fatalities in the industry every year. Roughly 600,000 workers are believed to be exposed to this unnoticed threat daily, raising major safety worries within the sector. The risks associated with construction dust have been largely overlooked or…