Statutory Sick Pay is changing from April 2026, and while it is not a compliance nightmare, it will affect how small business employers manage sickness absence from the very first day. Changes introduced under the Employment Rights Act 2025 remove waiting days and expand eligibility for SSP, meaning more employees will qualify and payments will start sooner. For employers, this reinforces the importance of clear sickness absence policies, accurate records and consistent proce

If your business is still paper-based , you’re putting yourself at HUGE risk . 📑⚠️ Let’s break down why it’s time to make the move to digital HR management and how the right software can make your life a whole lot easier. Bearman HR | Supporting Businesses in Kent 🔎 GDPR Compliance Risks | HR Services Keeping your HR records on paper makes it much harder to comply with GDPR  (General Data Protection Regulation), as well as the Working Time Directive (WTD)  and Right to Work

For businesses in Kent , including Chatham, Maidstone and Medway , absence management is one of the most common HR challenges. Get it...