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- Date:
- 1 June 2026
- Type:
- Commentary and insights
HR professionals in the UK face some unique challenges and employment issues in the summer of 2026. These include increased uncertainty over workers' annual leave plans because of world events; public transport disruption leading to attendance issues; and a heatwave meaning that employers should monitor workplace temperatures to ensure that they do not become unreasonable. It is also a World Cup year, which brings its own specific problems around absence, holiday and conduct.
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- Date:
- 28 April 2026
- Type:
- Commentary and insights
Employers are likely to see a significant amount of interest among their workforces in the World Cup 2026, so they should plan ahead to make the most of the impact that this large sporting event can have on staff morale, while also aiming to minimise disruption.
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- Type:
- Policies and procedures
Updated to flag up that the football World Cup runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026.
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- Type:
- Training
Reviewed and updated to reflect current language and best practice for line managers when conducting difficult conversations, including a new version of the PowerPoint presentation.
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- Type:
- Policies and procedures
Updated to set out expectations on the use of private messaging apps, such as WhatsApp.
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- Type:
- Policies and procedures
Updated to set out expectations on the use of private messaging apps, such as WhatsApp, for work-related tasks and personal communication.
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- Date:
- 28 November 2024
- Type:
- Survey analysis
With organisations taking a more relaxed approach to dress codes, the new Brightmine research explores approaches to dress and appearance in 2024.
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- Type:
- Training
Updated to highlight that the duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment came into force on 26 October 2024.
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- Type:
- Policies and procedures
Updated to cover the new employer duty to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace sexual harassment, in force from 26 October 2024.
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- Type:
- Policies and procedures
Updated to cover the new employer duty to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace sexual harassment, in force from 26 October 2024.