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What does the 2024 Autumn Budget mean for UK hospitality?

Oct 31, 2024
What does the 2024 Autumn Budget mean for UK hospitality?

Fourth’s Alison Barlow takes a deep dive into the Autumn Budget – Labour’s first in over 14 years – detailing what the new measures mean for UK hospitality operators.

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How will Labour’s proposed Employment Rights Bill impact UK hospitality operators?

Jul 30, 2024
How will Labour’s proposed Employment Rights Bill impact UK hospitality operators?

Fourth’s Alison Barlow gives her take on the new government’s proposed Employee Rights Bill and what it means for the hospitality sector.

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What does an incoming Labour Government mean for the UK hospitality industry?

Jul 5, 2024
What does an incoming Labour Government mean for the UK hospitality industry?

Following Labour’s election victory, Fourth’s Alison Barlow discusses what the new government’s pledges could mean for the UK hospitality industry.

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Boost employee engagement with Fourth’s Engagement App upgrades

Jul 5, 2024
Boost employee engagement with Fourth’s Engagement App upgrades

Fourth’s employee engagement app updates deliver internal messaging, self-service HR and eSign to boost team engagement and increase productivity.

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What should a tipping policy include, and other frequently asked questions about the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023

Jun 28, 2024
What should a tipping policy include, and other frequently asked questions about the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023

Fourth’s Alison Barlow answers operators' questions around The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 (the “Act”).

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How Shift Pooling maximises your entire workforce across locations

Jun 20, 2024
How Shift Pooling maximises your entire workforce across locations

Shift pooling enables managers to fill open shifts in their scheduling from employees and agency workers across all their locations.

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Fourth Payroll upgrades for Allocation of Tips and other legislation changes

Jun 20, 2024
Fourth Payroll upgrades for Allocation of Tips and other legislation changes

Fourth’s Level Up product release includes payroll updates to enable hospitality operators streamline payroll and remain compliant with incoming legislation.

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Make employee onboarding a breeze with Fourth’s Onboarding App

Jun 17, 2024
Make employee onboarding a breeze with Fourth’s Onboarding App

Find out how Fourth’s Onboarding App gives hospitality operators all the tools they need to transition employees from applicant tracking to onboarding.

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Allocation of Tips rule change delayed until October 2024

Apr 24, 2024
Allocation of Tips rule change delayed until October 2024

Fourth's resident HR and Payroll expert, Alison Barlow, reflects on the final version of the Tipping Code of Practice published by the UK Government.

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Preparing a Tipping Policy

Apr 12, 2024
Preparing a Tipping Policy

The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023, coming into effect 1 July 2024, requires employers to have a written tipping policy. Find out how to prepare a tipping policy.

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Understanding the 2024 Holiday Pay Reforms

Mar 26, 2024
Understanding the 2024 Holiday Pay Reforms

Key changes in holiday pay entitlements, effective from April 2024, aim to simplify how holiday pay is calculated. Learn what the holiday pay reforms are, what businesses should consider when preparing for the reforms and how technology can automate calculations, reduce admin and increase accuracy.

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3 Steps to Stay Ahead of National Minimum Wage Legislation Changes

Mar 20, 2024
3 Steps to Stay Ahead of National Minimum Wage Legislation Changes

Discover three steps to stay ahead of National Minimum Wage legislation and ensure your business remains compliant. Learn how to navigate uniform expenses, cap salary sacrifices, and maintain accurate timekeeping to avoid penalties and promote fair labour practices.

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