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Practical advice on HR, admin, compliance, and running a small business in Scotland.

HR Support 21 Mar 2026 2 min read

April 2026 employment law changes: what Tayside micro businesses need to know now

If you employ even one person in your Dundee or Fife business, April 2026 is a date you need in your diary. A raft of employment law changes are coming — and they'll affect how you hire, manage, and support your team.

Read the April 2026 employment law update
HR 12 March 2026 5 min read

Do I need a written employment contract? What every Scottish small business should know

From day one of employment, your staff are entitled to a written statement of particulars. Here's what you must include — and what happens if you don't.

Read the employment contract guide
HASAW 4 March 2026 4 min read

5 health & safety mistakes micro businesses make (and how to fix them quickly)

Most HASAW compliance failures in small businesses aren't intentional — they're just overlooked. Here are the five most common gaps we see, with simple fixes for each.

Read the health and safety guide
Workflows 24 February 2026 6 min read

How to create a simple onboarding process your new hires will actually thank you for

A strong onboarding experience improves retention and gets new staff productive faster. We share the simple workflow framework we use with every client.

Read the onboarding guide
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