Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes: steps to get ahead for 2026/7
Significant changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) will affect all UK employers in 2026/7. But there’s lots of work to do before then. Here, we guide...
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Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes: steps to get ahead for 2026/7
Significant changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) will affect all UK employers in 2026/7. But there’s lots of work to do before then. Here, we guide...
Meet the game-changers behind Ciphr's new gamified learning phishing course
Gamification is a growing area of interest for our eLearning customers, so we’ve been researching tools and partnerships to help us deliver...
Flexible benefits in the UK: advantages, challenges and what to consider
You can't please everyone with a fixed benefits package. A 28-year-old juggling childcare needs something completely different to a 52-year-old...
What is the best HR software to use in the UK? 5 emerging standards reshaping HR and payroll in 2026
The definition of “best” has changed. UK HR leaders are the ones redefining it For UK organisations with 200–2,000 employees, the question “what is...
How to implement HR software: a practical, people-first guide
Implementing new HR software is a major milestone for any organisation. Done well, it can transform efficiency, improve employee experience, and...
If you’re looking for expert outsourced payroll services, these frequently asked questions can help you confidently decide how, why, and whom to...
Payroll software comparison: Ciphr vs Moorepay
To pick the right payroll software, you need to look much deeper than pay runs. You need accuracy, compliance, control, and a system that works...
HR software comparisons: Ciphr vs Access People HR
HR software should make it easier to manage, support, and empower your people, while keeping your organisation compliant and running efficiently. But...
How to use personality insights to build high-performing teams
Your team completed their personality assessments six months ago. Everyone learned their type. There was a workshop. Perhaps some jokes about...