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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

May’s Top Employment Law FAQs

Stay informed about your rights and responsibilities in the workplace with our top 10 most frequently asked employment …

Commentary and Insights

Employment Rights Bill essentials: Managing zero hours workers

The Employment Rights Bill introduces a legislative framework for better predictability and security for zero hours workers.

Commentary and Insights

Supreme Court ruling and EHRC latest: How should HR respond?

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court ruled that the legal definition of a woman, according to the Equality …

Podcasts

Employment Rights Bill – what’s new, what’s been dropped?

Learn how upcoming Employment Rights Bill reforms will impact HR—from sick pay to family leave and whistleblowing protections.

Commentary and Insights

Media myths: What did the judge really say in Higgs v Farmor’s School?

This resource provides analysis of the Higgs v Farmor's School decision, and what it means for employers.

Commentary and Insights

April 2025 employment law changes: Five-point checklist for HR

April 2025 employment law changes are on the horizon. In this resource, we cover the key changes for …

Commentary and Insights

Employment law in South Korea

In this preview of our South Korea International Employment Law Guide, our international editors reveal some intriguing facts …

Commentary and Insights

Employment law in Malaysia

In this preview of our Malaysia International Employment Law Guide, our international editors reveal some intriguing facts about …

Commentary and Insights

Employment law in Portugal

In this preview of our Portugal International Employment Law Guide, our international editors reveal some intriguing facts about …

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