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    Unfair dismissal reforms: Rethinking probationary periods

    With unfair dismissal protections tightening ahead of 2027, organisations are rethinking how they structure and manage probationary periods. Drawing on webinar insights, this article explores emerging approaches to probation length, extensions and performance management.

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Whitepapers

Sick pay reform: What HR teams need to know – Survey results infographic

Discover how UK organisations are preparing for the April 2026 Statutory Sick Pay reforms. This infographic shares exclusive …

Commentary and Insights

Global legislative changes to look out for in 2026

Brightmine International editors Ronelle Barreto and Ro Carracedo Lopez present shifts in the future legislative landscape in 18 different countries – at …

Webinars

Employment Rights Act 2025 – a user’s guide  

In this webinar, we set out a road map to guide you safely through the implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Whitepapers

Top HR priorities for 2026

Discover the top HR priorities for 2026, from navigating employment law changes to driving cultural transformation. Explore actionable …

Podcasts

Employment Rights Bill – preparing for the April 2026 changes

Our expert hosts break down the bill's legislative journey, highlight the most impactful reforms and explain what these …

Commentary and Insights

Employment Rights Bill essentials: Statutory sick pay eligibility

In the latest part of our series exploring the detail of the Employment Rights Bill, we look at the …

Commentary and Insights

Who faces the greatest challenges from the Employment Rights Bill?

As the Employment Rights Bill edges closer to becoming law, certain sectors and business types, such as SMEs, …

Commentary and Insights

Making sense of the Employment Rights Bill: A day in the life of an HR consultancy

Rochelle Murinas, managing director of HR consultancy DJH People and HR Limited, explores the role of HR consultancies …

Commentary and Insights

Employment Rights Act 2025 implementation timetable: What Royal Assent means for HR

What caused the delays, what happens next, what are the potential implications for HR of the delays, and …

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