From 1 January 2027, employees in Great Britain can claim ordinary unfair dismissal after six months’ service instead of two years, and the cap on compensation is removed. Your probation period does not change the law, but it is now…
If you want to know how to become a healthcare assistant (HCA) in the UK, the good news is that you usually do not need a degree or formal qualifications to start. Most employers want a caring attitude, good English…
To get an SIA licence in 2026 you must be 18 or over, complete the licence-linked qualification for the role (door supervision, security guarding or CCTV), hold an Emergency First Aid at Work certificate or equivalent for door supervisor and…
The Employment Rights Act October 2026 changes come in two steps. From 1 October 2026, most employment tribunal claims can be brought within six months instead of three. From 30 October 2026, employers must take “all reasonable steps” to prevent…
If you want one of this year’s Christmas jobs, the time to apply is now. Most UK warehouses, hospitality venues, retailers and event operators recruit their seasonal staff from September through to early November, and the best shifts tend to…
How to Find Your First Job in the UK as an Overseas Worker: A Practical 2026 Guide Arriving in the UK as an overseas worker — whether on a Skilled Worker Visa, a Graduate Route Visa, a Health and Care…
