Managing employees/workers
The statutory maternity pay rate increased on 5 April 2026. The example calculations in this guide have been updated with the new rate.
The statutory maternity pay rate increased on 5 April 2026. The examples in this guide on payment for keeping-in-touch days have been updated with the new rate.
The statutory adoption pay rate increased on 5 April 2026. The examples in this guide on payment for keeping-in-touch days have been updated with the new rate.
The statutory maternity pay rate increased on 5 April 2026. The example calculations in this guide have been updated with the new rate.
The maximum guarantee payment has increased to £41, effective from 6 April 2026. HR teams should update payroll calculations and policy documentation to ensure compliance with the new maximum rate.
Updated to reflect that the day-one right to ordinary parental leave came into force on 6 April 2026, under the Employment Rights Act 2025. HR teams should update their policies and processes to reflect this expanded entitlement.
Updated to reflect that, pursuant to the Employment Rights Act 2025 and with effect from 6 April 2026, sexual harassment is included in the list of disclosures qualifying for whistleblowing protection. Use our Whistleblowing training guide to train your line managers on their responsibilities and obligations.
Updated to reflect an increase in the rate of statutory adoption pay from 5 April 2026, and an increase to the rate of Small Employers' Relief.
From 6 April 2026, employers must keep records that are “adequate” to show compliance with statutory annual leave and holiday pay entitlements, including carried-over leave.
Enhanced redundancy protections will apply for employees taking, or returning, from bereaved partner's paternity leave from 6 April 2026 under the Employment Rights Act 2025. Use this training to help ensure line managers are aware of this change.
HR and legal information and guidance relating to managing employees/workers.