Employers in Bitterne must keep pace with evolving UK employment laws to avoid penalties and disputes. Here are key updates:
📝 1. Employment Contracts & Zero-Hours
Recent rulings affect GDPR data provisions and worker classification. Ensure contracts clarify status and rights.
⏰ 2. Working Time Regulations
Flexible hours and shifts require strict adherence to rest periods, night-work definitions, and holiday accruals.
👶 3. Family Leave Updates
Entitlement for shared parental leave and enhanced paternity rights have expanded—policies must be updated accordingly.
💰 4. National Living Wage & Salary Thresholds
Annual wage increases impact payroll systems—run regular reviews and update accounting.
⚖️ 5. Unfair Dismissal / Redundancy
Statutory redundancy pay, fair selection criteria, and consultation processes have new thresholds.
🔐 6. Data Protection & Remote Working
GDPR enforcement remains high. Home-based workforces need formal policies around cybersecurity and data handling.
✅ What Bitterne Employers Should Do Now
- Audit contracts and policies
- Train managers on new leave entitlements
- Update payroll systems and benefits packages
- Enhance GDPR and remote-work training
📞 Stay ahead with compliance support — Contact HR Support Services for updates on employment law.
