Kestrel HR Factsheets

Supporting Menopause in the Workplace
Supporting Menopause in the Workplace

Discover practical tips and legal guidance for supporting menopause in the workplace. This free factsheet helps employers create inclusive, supportive environments where everyone can thrive.

Published: 8th October 2025
How Employers Can Help Close the Gender Pay Gap
How Employers Can Help Close the Gender Pay Gap

Despite mandatory reporting, a gender pay gap persists in the UK due to structural inequalities and workplace biases. Employers can take meaningful action by analysing data, promoting flexible work, and ensuring fair recruitment and progression practices. Download our factsheet to find out more.

Version: v1.0.0
Preparing for the Employment Rights Bill: Timeline & Compliance Tips for Employers
Preparing for the Employment Rights Bill: Timeline & Compliance Tips for Employers

Discover the key dates, new rights, and compliance tips in our visual guide to the UK Employment Rights Bill 2025. Essential for employers preparing for changes in 2026 and beyond.

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 29th July 2025
Key Changes to UK Immigration Rules
Key Changes to UK Immigration Rules

From 22 July 2025, major updates to the UK Immigration Rules will take effect — including higher salary thresholds, the closure of the overseas care worker route, and a shift toward prioritising graduate-level roles.

This factsheet aims to help employers and HR professionals navigate these changes with confidence.

Published: 15th July 2025
Carers Leave – Key Facts for Employers
Carers Leave – Key Facts for Employers

Download our free Carers Leave factsheet for UK employers. Learn who qualifies, how much leave is allowed, and how to support working carers under the new statutory right.

Published: 5th June 2025
Family-Friendly Workplace Rights 2025
Family-Friendly Workplace Rights 2025

Make sure your workplace policies are up to date with this essential guide for UK employers. This downloadable factsheet summarises key family-friendly workplace rights for 2025, including maternity and paternity leave, neonatal care, carer’s leave, flexible working, and more. A practical tool to help you support your staff and stay legally compliant.

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 1st June 2025
Supreme Court Ruling (16th April 2025)
Supreme Court Ruling (16th April 2025)

The UK Supreme Court recently issued a landmark ruling on the definition of “man”, “woman” and “sex” under the Equality Act 2010. The court determined that these terms refer to biological sex. This decision was made in response to challenges regarding the inclusion of transgender women in the definition of “woman” for legal protections and rights.

 

Version: v2
Published: 22nd April 2025
New Statutory Rates 2025/2026
New Statutory Rates 2025/2026

New Statutory Rates 2025/2026

Published: 24th March 2025
Supporting Menstrual Health in the Workplace
Supporting Menstrual Health in the Workplace

Menstrual health is an essential aspect of overall wellbeing that often goes overlooked in the workplace. As employers, it’s crucial to recognise the impact of menstruation on employees and take steps to create a supportive environment.

Published: 19th March 2025
Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023
Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023

Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 comes into force 6th April 2025.
This legislation ensures that parents can focus on their newborns’ health without the added stress of work-related concerns, providing much-needed support during a critical time.

Supporting Your Employees During Ramadan
Supporting Your Employees During Ramadan

This factsheet outlines how you can ensure you are fully supporting your employees who are observing Ramadan.

Version: v2
Published: 13th March 2024
New Year Recruiting Checklist
New Year Recruiting Checklist

A well-organised recruiting plan ensures that your team is ready to attract, engage, and hire the best talent. Use this checklist to align your recruiting efforts with your company’s goals and set the stage for a productive year.

Published: 2nd January 2025
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 came into force on 26th October 2024. This important legislative update reinforces the responsibility of employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

Version: v2
Published: 29th October 2024
Employment Rights Bill (10th October)
Employment Rights Bill (10th October)

The Government has finally published its Employment Rights Bill, which will soon start its journey through Parliament. Given the complexity of the proposed changes and the ongoing consultations, most of the reforms are not expected to take effect until 2026.

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 16th October 2024
Statutory Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-Engagement
Statutory Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-Engagement

On 18th July 2024, the new statutory code of practice on Dismissal and Re-Engagement will come into force for England, Scotland and Wales.

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 18th July 2024
Vesak Day
Vesak Day

Vesak Day is the most sacred day in the Buddhist calendar. Download our factsheet to find out more.

Employment Law Updates Calendar Jan-April 2024
Employment Law Updates Calendar Jan-April 2024

Please note this document may be updated.

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 2nd April 2024
Statutory Rates 2024 25
Statutory Rates 2024 25

New Statutory Rates from 6th April 2024

 

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 9th April 2024
National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Rate Changes
National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Rate Changes

New National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Rates from 1st April 2024.

Holiday Carryover Changes (From 1st January 2024)
Holiday Carryover Changes (From 1st January 2024)

New changes to holiday carryover including Covid-related carryover

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 27th March 2024
Illegal Workers
Illegal Workers

From 8th January 2024, new fine amounts for employers who recruit illegal workers.

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 27th March 2024
Flexible Paternity Rights
Flexible Paternity Rights

Changes come into force from 8th March 2024 for babies born or placed, on or after 6th April 2024

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 27th March 2024
Irregular Hours and Part Year Workers Holiday Entitlement 2024
Irregular Hours and Part Year Workers Holiday Entitlement 2024

Changes to Irregular Hours and Part Year workers’ holiday entitlement from 1st April 2024 (Version 2)

Version: v2
Published: 27th March 2024
Flexible Working 2024
Flexible Working 2024

Changes to Flexible Working from 6th April 2024. Please note this is version 2 (updated 26/04/2024)

Version: v2
Published: 27th March 2024
Redundancy Protection Around Pregnancy and Family-related Leave 2024
Redundancy Protection Around Pregnancy and Family-related Leave 2024

Changes to Redundancy Protection around pregnancy and family-related leave from 6th April 2024.

Version: v1.0.0
Published: 27th March 2024
The Tipping Act
The Tipping Act

New legislation coming into force from 1st October 2024 (revised date), regarding the distribution of tips.

Version: v3
Published: 10th April 2024