by Lynne Gowers | Dec 10, 2024 | Agencies, News
With its potential to reshape hiring practices, the impending Employment Rights Bills remains firmly on the radar of recruitment agencies. Central provisions of the Bill include day one rights for employees, changes to Statutory Sick Pay and protections against...
by Joe Taffurelli | Nov 29, 2024 | Agencies, Contractors, Liquid Friday, News
At Liquid Friday, every month keeps us on our toes, but November? November was something else entirely! From high-stakes legislation updates to festive celebrations, it’s been a whirlwind, and we’re still catching our breath! Budget Buzz The month started with...
by Lynne Gowers | Nov 21, 2024 | Liquid Friday, News
Liquid Friday is proud to announce its commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant. This significant step, facilitated by Shaping Portsmouth, reinforces our dedication to promoting a culture of equality and inclusivity,...
by Colin Gunnell | Nov 7, 2024 | Liquid Friday, News, Agencies, Contractors
It’s not very often umbrella companies get an actual name check in the Budget speech, but there it was, with Rachel Reeves pledging to clamp down on umbrella companies that exploit workers. The detail of what this actually looks like came later in the updated policy...
by Lynne Gowers | Oct 31, 2024 | Agencies, General News, Contractors, News, Finance
Delivered on the eve of Halloween, it’s fair to say this week’s Autumn Budget was heavier on the tricks than the treats. Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled Labour’s first Budget for 14 years, including some hard-hitting measures which will have significant impact on...
by Lynne Gowers | Jul 29, 2024 | News, Agencies
As the new Labour government gets their feet under the table, UK employment law is on the cusp of significant change. This includes a ban on “exploitative” zero-hours contracts which allow employers to only pay staff when they need them. This move, while having the...
