People Insights Newsletter - October 2025


With Halloween fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to uncover some of the scariest HR issues haunting employers right now — from compliance gaps under the Worker Protection Act to unfair dismissal pitfalls and missed opportunities to support staff through menopause.


This month’s newsletter covers:
🎃 The compliance mistakes still catching employers out a year after the Worker Protection Act came in
🌸 Simple, practical ways to support employees during Menopause Awareness Month
🛒 The key takeaways from a tribunal case where an online shopping dismissal backfired


Don’t wait for an HR horror story to strike — take a few minutes to read the October edition and make sure your business is protected, compliant, and confident.


Download your copy below👇🏽


And, as always, don't hesitate to get in touch if I can be of any help with HR support in your business.


Best wishes,
Mellissa Charles MCIPD

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