RIDDOR: Smoother Workplace Incident Reporting
5th October 2026
New Course Now Live on the TSI Learning Portal Author: Cam Pollok, Health & Safety Advisor When an accident, illness or near-miss happens at work, knowing what to do next... Read more
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Right to Work Changes for Charities from October 2026
1st October 2026
Author: Poorva Deshpande, HR Service Advisor Major changes to the UK's Right to Work regime take effect on 1 October 2026. The new rules extend compliance obligations beyond traditional employees... Read more
Unfair Dismissal Changes: What Employers Need to Do
18th June 2026
Author: Angela Peacock, HR and Recruitment Assistant Unfair dismissal law in Great Britain is changing in a way that will affect almost every employer and a large proportion of the... Read more
New HR Essentials Course for Third Sector Organisations
8th June 2026
Author: Fiona Davies, People & Safety Services Manager We are excited to announce the launch of our first HR training course on the TSI Learning portal for community groups, volunteer... Read more
UK Terror Threat Level: Guidance for Charities
6th May 2026
Author: Cam Pollock, Health & Safety Advisor On 30 April 2026, the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC) raised the UK National Threat Level from SUBSTANTIAL (an attack is likely) to... Read more
Health & Safety Inductions
22nd April 2026
Protect Staff and Volunteers from Day One Author: Cam Pollock, Health & Safety Advisor Starting a new role is an exciting time, but it is also when staff and volunteers... Read more
World Cup Bank Holiday 2026: Your Guide
3rd March 2026
Author: Fiona Davies, People & Safety Services Manager The Scottish Government has officially confirmed that Monday 15 June 2026 will be a one‑off national bank holiday to celebrate the Scotland... Read more
Employers Guide: Managing Work-Related Stress
4th February 2026
Author: Cam Pollock, Health & Safety Advisor Work‑Related Stress is an issue that continues to impact organisations across the UK. With Blue Monday now behind us and daylight gradually returning,... Read more
New Health and Safety Leadership Course
16th December 2025
Launched on the TSI Learning Portal Author: Fiona Davies, People & Safety Services Manager A new Health and Safety training course is the latest addition to the TSI Learning portal... Read more
Support with Managing Staff During the Winter Period
8th December 2025
Author: Fiona Davies, People & Safety Services Manager As winter approaches, many organisations face a range of staffing challenges - from year-end annual leave planning to seasonal wellbeing and winter... Read more
Cold Weather Workplace Safety: Autumn & Winter Tips
23rd October 2025
Many organisations, including those in the Third Sector, need to manage additional risks during autumn and winter. Darker conditions, icy paths, and increased rainfall can all impact service delivery, staff... Read more
Implementation Dates on Employment Rights Changes
20th August 2025
At the beginning of June we highlighted a number of changes to Employment Law that were coming from the Employment Rights Bill. At that time there was no set implementation... Read more
Planning Safe and Inclusive Summer Activities
23rd June 2025
Author: Cam Pollock, Health & Safety Advisor With warmer weather on the horizon, many community and voluntary organisations are gearing up to host outdoor events and activities. From barbecues to... Read more
Immigration and Employment Law Changes
9th June 2025
Author: Fiona Davies, People & Safety Services Manager The Government has recently issued a white paper outlining changes to the immigration system in the UK. To help you navigate updates... Read more
New Health and Safety eLearning Course
28th May 2025
Help your organisation get up to speed Author: Cam Pollock, Health & Safety Advisor An informative new Health and Safety e-learning course is now live on the TSI Learning Portal... Read more
Employment Law Changes in 2025
17th February 2025
What Organisations and Staff Need to Know Author: Angela Peacock, HR and Recruitment Assistant It’s essential for organisations to stay ahead of the curve with the latest employment law updates.... Read more
Understanding Martyn’s Law
6th January 2025
New Draft Legislation: Terrorism Protection of Premises 2024 Does your organisation host large events or own large premises? The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as Martyn’s Law, was included... Read more
New Worker Protection Act
7th October 2024
Is your organisation prepared? The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 introduces significant changes aimed at enhancing protections against sexual harassment in the workplace. Effective from October... Read more