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Practical resources for every HR challenge

Welcome to the Impact Hub, your comprehensive resource library designed to empower businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the ever-evolving HR landscape. Whether you’re seeking to enhance compliance, develop your team, or gain strategic insights, our curated collection of webinars, guides, templates, and more is here to support your success.

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  1. article  /  27th May 2026

    Gender Pay Gap Reporting

    Gender Pay Gap Reporting: a practical guide for UK SME employers

    As Gender Pay Gap Reporting moves beyond transparency and towards mandatory action plans from 2027, UK employers face growing pressure to demonstrate real progress on workplace equality. This practical guide explains what the upcoming changes mean for SMEs, the legal and commercial risks businesses should be aware of, and the steps employers can take now to stay compliant, competitive and future-ready.

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    Maximising your people to grow your business

    Join Juliet Irving and Greg Guilford for a commercially focused session exploring how businesses can maximise the value of their people to drive sustainable growth. Ideal for business leaders looking to unlock high performance, reduce risk and build a culture that supports long-term growth.

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    Using Ladders and Stepladders

    Ladder safety at work is essential for preventing avoidable accidents and serious injuries in the workplace. This toolbox talk covers the safe selection, inspection and use of ladders and stepladders, helping employees understand when access equipment is suitable for a task and how to use it correctly and safely.

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    Ladder and Stepladder Safety at Work: Common Risks, HSE Prosecutions and Employer Responsibilities

    This guide explains employer legal responsibilities, common risks, safe working practices, recent HSE prosecutions and practical steps organisations can take to reduce work at height incidents and improve compliance and ladder safety at work.

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  1. news  /  27th Nov 2025

    Day-One Unfair Dismissal Rights

    Government U-Turn on day-one unfair dismissal rights

    The government has announced a significant change to the original employment law reform proposals. After initially planning to introduce day-one unfair dismissal rights, ministers have now confirmed that this measure will not go ahead. Instead, the qualifying period for unfair... Read more

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    Return to work interview form template

    Return to work interview form A structured, compliant template to support confident sickness absence management Managing sickness absence well is a hallmark of high-performing teams — yet many SMEs struggle with inconsistent processes, incomplete records, or unclear return-to-work conversations. This... Read more

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  3. news  /  26th Nov 2025

    UK Autumn Budget 2025

    UK Autumn Budget 2025: What it means for SMEs

    Higher costs, market uncertainty and the need for strategic HR Rachel Reeves’ UK Autumn budget 2025 was already set to reshape employer costs, but the dramatic early leak of the OBR’s analysis, the political backlash and the immediate market volatility... Read more

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    Managing long-term sickness absence guide

    This HR Guide provides a clear, consistent approach to managing long-term sickness absence so teams stay productive and supported. Complete the form to unlock the full guide below and access a downloadable PDF version for future reference.

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    Managing short-term sickness absence guide

    This HR Guide provides a clear, consistent approach to managing short-term sickness absence so teams stay productive and supported.  

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    Weil’s Disease

    Weil’s Disease (Leptospirosis): The Essential Employer Guide

    As the UK faces wetter winters, higher groundwater levels and more frequent flooding, the risk of Weil’s Disease in workplace environments is increasing. For employers with staff working outdoors, near water, in drainage, waste, construction, landscaping or environmental services, understanding... Read more

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    Weil’s Disease Toolbox Talk

    This Toolbox Talk aims to raise awareness of Leptospirosis (Weil’s Disease), an infection that can occur when employees come into contact with water, soil, or surfaces contaminated by animal urine, particularly from rats.  

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    Winter sickness absence 2025 – A guide to managing sickness absence

    Why managing sickness absence matters more than ever for SMEs Sickness absence is rising this winter, and many SMEs are feeling the impact more sharply than larger employers. For smaller teams, even one unexpected absence can create immediate pressure on... Read more

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    Working in Cold Weather Toolbox Talk

    This Toolbox Talk aims to raise awareness of the risks associated with working in cold or severe weather conditions.

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    Understanding and Managing Stress Toolbox Talk

    Understanding and Managing Stress Toolbox Talk. Highlighting the potential effects of stress on health and performance and how to recognise and manage it both personally and within the workplace. Download and support your team with practical, compliant advice.

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    Road safety at work

    Road safety at work: Guidance for Road Safety Week 2025

    Why Road Safety at Work Week matters for employers Road Safety at Work Week, running from 16 to 22 November 2025, is the UK’s biggest annual road safety campaign, led by charity Brake. This year’s theme — “Safe vehicles save... Read more

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    Sometimes you don’t need ongoing HR support — you just need the right advice, or the right documentation, exactly when the situation calls for it. Our Pay As You Go (PAYG) HR services give you the flexibility to access expert support without committing to a retainer.

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    Empower your team with elearning designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses. Our carefully curated course bundles provide the tools to ensure compliance, boost productivity, and build a thriving workplace culture. With flexible, CPD-accredited elearning courses, your staff can train anytime, anywhere.

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    HR for SMEs and New Businesses

    SMEs face unique challenges when it comes to managing people. Our HR services give you the confidence to stay compliant and the freedom to focus on what matters most — running and growing your business.

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    HR Software

    The right HR software (also known as HRIS or HR systems) helps UK SMEs save time, stay compliant, and create a seamless employee experience. From onboarding and absence tracking to performance management and payroll, HR software powers a more effective HR function.

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    At Impact HR, we understand that no two organisations are the same. That’s why our training is never off-the-shelf — it’s designed around your people, your challenges, and your goals.

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    Employee Engagement

    Enhance your organisational culture and drive success with tailored people insights and continuous feedback solutions to boost employee engagement.

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    We believe employee wellbeing isn’t a “nice to have” — it’s a business essential. When your people feel supported both in and out of work, they’re more engaged, motivated, and resilient. Our Employee Wellbeing services are designed to help you protect and enhance the wellbeing of your team through practical, evidence-based solutions that improve attendance, performance, and overall workplace culture.

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    Health and Safety

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