In this episode of Simply Hospitality, we dive back into the Employment Rights Bill, dubbed the "biggest upgrade to workers' rights in a generation." These changes are designed to benefit your most important asset—your people. Check out Episode 1 for further insight here. We’re joined by Alice Hosker from Home of HR; an HR consultancy based in Southsea.

Here's what we cover in Part 2:

1. Zero-Hours Contracts
   While exploitative zero-hours contracts will be banned, employers will still have some flexibility. Alice delves into what this actually means for our industry where hours naturally fluctuate seasonally, and how we could look at alternative types of contract. We share tips on how to plan rotas using Workforce Management Software like Rotaready and offer predictable hours, and using Standby shifts.
   
2. Sick Pay
   Under the new rules, statutory sick pay will become a basic day one right. This is another cost to businesses – so we talk about how to reduce absenteeism by creating a supportive work environment and investing in their wellbeing by signing up for an EAP.
   
3. Flexible working / 4 day working week and “Right to switch off”
   Start thinking about what your flexible working policies look like now in preparation for any changes to legislation around this.

Ruth suggests the introduction of the “if you’re gonna be a manager don’t be an arsehole” legislation.
If all these changes pass, they could reshape how hospitality businesses recruit and manage their teams. Tune in to learn how to prepare for these potential reforms and ensure your business stays ahead of the curve.

For more support on navigating these changes, information on the support Alice can offer can be found at www.homeofhr.co.uk, alice@homeofhr.co.uk and 07870 982 593

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