Welcome from Peter Waller-Flynn, CEO
Happy March!
It’s been a fantastic month for PrivilegeHR, from award wins to finalist announcements, it’s brilliant to see our work being recognised nationally and internationally.
We’ve also been out meeting clients across the UK, supporting many of you as we prepare for the upcoming changes in the Employment Rights Act 2025 coming into effect next month.
Another highlight has been the opening of our new Hampshire office, expanding our reach and strengthening the support we can offer to businesses across the South.
Thank you for your continued trust and partnership.
New PrivilegeHR Office Opens in Hampshire
We’re delighted to share some exciting news this month – PrivilegeHR has officially opened a new office in Hampshire, expanding our reach and strengthening our ability to support even more organisations with practical, people‑focused HR expertise.
The Hampshire office will be led by our HR Consultant, Chloe Ditton, who brings a fantastic blend of experience, insight and a genuinely supportive approach to her work. Chloe is passionate about helping businesses build confident, compliant and positive people practices, and she’s already looking forward to partnering with organisations across the region.
This expansion marks an important step in our continued growth. As more businesses look for flexible, commercially minded HR support, we’re committed to ensuring they have access to the guidance they need, delivered with the clarity, warmth and professionalism PrivilegeHR is known for.
We’re incredibly proud to see our team and our footprint grow, and we’re excited for the impact Chloe will bring to the Hampshire business community.
Another brilliant milestone for PrivilegeHR!
PrivilegeHR Named Finalist in the British HR Awards 2026
We’re thrilled to share that PrivilegeHR has been shortlisted as a Finalist in the British HR Awards 2026 in the category SME of the Year, a fantastic recognition of the work our team delivers every day.
The British HR Awards celebrate organisations that are driving positive change, championing people‑focused practices and raising the standard of HR across the UK. To be recognised among such strong industry leaders is something we’re incredibly proud of.
This achievement reflects the dedication, expertise and genuine care our team brings to every client partnership. From supporting businesses through complex challenges to helping them build confident, compliant and thriving workplaces, our mission has always been to make HR feel clear, accessible and commercially grounded.
Being named a finalist is a brilliant milestone – and a reminder of the impact that thoughtful, people‑first HR can have on organisations of all sizes.
Thank you to our clients, partners and the entire PrivilegeHR team.
PrivilegeHR Wins Best HR Services Provider UK
We’re delighted to share that PrivilegeHR has also been named Best HR Services Provider – UK in the M&A Today Global Awards 2026.
These awards recognise organisations delivering real excellence and impact, so this achievement means a great deal to us. It reflects our commitment to raising the standard of HR support for SMEs and providing clear, practical guidance that genuinely helps businesses thrive.
The Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Changes Coming into Force on 6th April 2026
The Employment Rights Act 2025 marks a pivotal shift in the UK’s employment landscape, ushering in a series of reforms aimed at strengthening worker protections, modernising workplace rights and promoting fairer working practices across all sectors.
With several key provisions coming into force on 6 April 2026, employers now face a critical period of preparation to ensure compliance with the new legal framework. These changes, spanning family leave, trade union recognition, whistleblowing protections and statutory sick pay, represent some of the most practical and immediate adjustments organisations will need to integrate into their policies, processes and people management approaches.
This represents one of the most significant overhauls of UK employment legislation in over a decade. Designed to support the Government’s Make Work Pay programme and improve working conditions across the labour market, the Act introduces a phased set of reforms running from December 2025 through 2027.
Among these, the changes scheduled to come into force on 6 April 2026 are some of the most consequential for employers, trade unions and workers alike. This article provides an overview of those April reforms, their purpose, and what organisations need to do to prepare.
What We Offer…
At PrivilegeHR, we help employers take the right practical action to manage their people confidently and stay compliant.
With key employment law changes taking effect in April, businesses need to review contracts, policies, handbooks and management processes. We explain what’s changed in plain English and what it means for your organisation and most importantly we support you and your managers to implement changes correctly.
We strengthen day-to-day people management in a practical and commercial way; designed to enable you to grow your business with confidence.
Cardiff branch attends Wales Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition
Sharron attended at the ICC Wales and the event was a brilliant opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore what’s happening across the sector.
A valuable day for learning, networking, and staying close to the conversations shaping Welsh manufacturing and supply chains.
Privilege HR Cardiff at Chambers Wales Wellbeing Forum
Sharron from our Cardiff office also recently attended the Caerphilly Business Club Networking Breakfast at Casa Mia, and it was a brilliant morning all round paired with an insightful presentation from Dan McCadden of 66 Days.
It was also a fantastic chance to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new business contacts from across the region. Events like this are such a valuable part of staying connected to the local business community.
Get in touch:
Please get in touch with us if you need support preparing for the Employment Rights Act changes or if you’re looking for any other outsourced HR expertise.