HR Fact: Reviewing Employment Contracts at the Start of a New Year

📘 Tuesday 6 January 2026 – HR Fact

HR Fact: New Year Is the Ideal Time to Review Employment Contracts

The start of a new year is an ideal opportunity for employers to review their employment contracts to ensure they remain legally compliant and fit for purpose.

Employment law evolves regularly, and outdated contracts can expose businesses to unnecessary risk. Key areas employers should review include:

• Job titles and duties

• Working hours and flexibility clauses

• Pay, bonuses, and benefits

• Notice periods

• Holiday entitlement and carry-over provisions

• Disciplinary and grievance references

Contracts should always reflect current working practices, not just what was agreed when the employee first joined.

At Consensus HR, we regularly review and update employment contracts for SMEs to ensure they align with current UK employment law and best practice.

Comment from Matthew Chilcott – Owner:
“The New Year is the perfect time to check whether your contracts still protect your business. Small updates now can prevent big problems later.”

👉 Speak to Consensus HR about reviewing your contracts:
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