Welcome to Our January Newsletter
Welcome to this month’s newsletter — thanks for being part of the Craven community.
January is a long month — but it’s a great time to reset, plan ahead, and get organised for what’s coming in 2026.
Author: Dee Newton
Employment law changes from April 2026 (UK): SSP reform, day-one leave rights and what employers need to do now
Employment law changes from April 2026 (UK): SSP reform, day-one leave rights and what employers need to do now As we move through 2026, employers are facing another significant set of employment law changes. Several reforms linked to the Employment Rights Act are expected to take effect from 6 April 2026, meaning early preparation is […]
Day One SSP From April 2026: The Employer’s Guide to Proactive Absence and Wellbeing
Sickness absence is one of the clearest examples of where culture and compliance overlap. Employers need an approach that protects wellbeing, supports good people management, and keeps decisions consistent and legally safe. With Statutory Sick Pay reforms scheduled to take effect from April 2026, this becomes even more important because absence is expected to be […]
Employment law changes 2026 (UK): what employers need to do before April
As we head into the new year, many businesses use this quieter period to look ahead and plan. From an employment law perspective, that’s a sensible move — because 2026 is shaping up to be another significant year of change.
End-of-Year HR Checklist: A Year-End Review and Looking Ahead to 2026
As the year draws to a close, many organisations are balancing day-to-day operations with the natural slowdown that December brings. At Craven, we often support businesses at this point in the year to pause, reflect and take stock — not to introduce major change, but to gain clarity before the new year begins. An end-of-year […]
Welcome to our Christmas Newsletter
Please find attached our Christmas edition newsletter, with a Craven twist. It’s a gentle end-of-year check-in with practical support for employers as we head into winter and prepare for January.
Welcome to Our November Newsletter
Big updates from Team Craven this month!
New events, new blogs, free wellbeing resources, and priority bookings now open for the 2026 Craven Business Expo.
Catch it all in our latest newsletter 👉
What the 26 November UK Budget Means for Employers and SMEs
The UK Budget announced on 26 November 2025 introduces several changes that will affect employers and small to medium-sized businesses over the coming years. The focus of this Budget is on raising revenue and creating longer-term financial stability. Below is a straightforward overview of the key points relevant to SMEs. Salary Sacrifice Pension Changes From […]
House of Lords Blocks Day-One Unfair Dismissal Rights—What Employers Need to Know
The House of Lords has once again rejected the government’s plan to introduce day-one protection from unfair dismissal, pushing instead for a six-month qualifying period. This means the Bill now heads back to the House of Commons in yet another round of parliamentary “ping pong”.
BS 30480 – The UK’s First Workplace Standard on Suicide Awareness
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published BS 30480:2025 – Suicide and the Workplace: Intervention, Prevention and Support for People Affected by Suicide – Guide.Released on 4 November 2025, it is the world’s first national standard focused specifically on suicide prevention in workplace settings, and it is available free to download from the BSI website. […]