by Alison Allen | Jul 1, 2026 | Employment Rights, HR Support, Menopause in the Workplace
I can’t quite believe we’re already into July! It’s been another exciting month at Sparks HR, with international award recognition, several new organisations booking onto my CPD Accredited Menopause Champion Programme, fantastic client feedback and,...
by Alison Allen | Apr 13, 2026 | Employment Rights
Last week, while walking through the park near my home, I noticed the first signs of Spring beginning to appear. Small buds on the trees, daffodils starting to bloom, and that sense that the darker days of winter are finally behind us. It made me reflect on how...
by Alison Allen | Feb 2, 2026 | Employment Rights
This month’s update is a big one. Back in December, the Employment Rights Bill received Royal Assent and became the Employment Rights Act 2025. You’ll probably have seen a lot of headlines about it already but the reality is a bit less dramatic and a lot more gradual....
by Alison Allen | Dec 1, 2025 | Employment Rights, HR Support, Menopause in the Workplace, Mental Health Awareness
December has arrived and with it comes the familiar mix of celebrations, pressure, reflection and the rush to complete everything before the holidays. It’s a beautiful month but it can also feel heavy, especially when you’re juggling work, family, finances and the...
by Alison Allen | Sep 5, 2025 | Employment Rights, HR Support, Menopause in the Workplace
Let me ask you a question… Do you carry out right to work checks on all of your new starters? Whenever I meet a new client, this is one of my first questions, and the answers are often surprising… “What are they?” “I have some, but not all.” “I don’t need them, I know...
by Alison Allen | Aug 4, 2025 | Employment Rights
In the biggest overhaul of employment rights in a generation, the UK Government’s proposed Employment Rights Bill is moving through Parliament, promising sweeping changes designed to restore fairness in the workplace. Whether you’re in HR, a business leader, or...
