Maidstone

As 2025 draws to a close, significant changes to employment law are on the horizon. The Employment Rights Bill has been the subject of intense debate in recent weeks, with key amendments shaping how businesses and employees will navigate workplace rights in the future. After a period of Parliamentary back-and-forth, the Bill has finally cleared its last hurdle and is expected to receive Royal Assent shortly, becoming the Employment Rights Act 2025. In this update, we break down the latest developments and what they mean for employers.

Insurance is often seen as a stable, predictable profession. But as Neil Grimes, Claims Director at Clear, explained in a recent interview with Insure TV, the reality within Claims is far more dynamic. Over his 35-year career, Neil has witnessed the field shift and reshape itself in response to new pressures and opportunities. Looking ahead, he believes its strength will rest on three essentials: versatility, collaboration, and a fresh generation of talent.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is placing greater emphasis on workplace noise. Speaking at the UK Hearing Conservation Association’s annual conference, the HSE underlined that hearing protection and noise control are now central to enforcement across UK industries.