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August 13, 2025

HR Connect’s New Framework Approval - Procurement Made Simple

HR Connect is now an approved supplier on the new Procurement Services HR Support Services Framework, offering streamlined access to trusted HR solutions for public sector organisations.

HR Connect
EmploymentCheck
Staff Care Services
Payroll
Advisory & Strategy

Major Changes to the Skilled Worker Visa – What Employers Need to Know NOW!

Discover the crucial updates to the UK Skilled Worker Visa effective from July 2025 and learn how to prepare your business for these changes.

HR Connect
EmploymentCheck

Reserve your free space at our Autumn Breakfast Briefing 2025

Join us for the HR Connect Autumn Breakfast Briefing on November 5th, 2025, at Mercure Brands Hatch, Dartford. Reserve your free space today for essential HR updates and networking.

HR Connect
Kent Teach
EmploymentCheck
Staff Care Services

Understanding the Immigration White Paper 2025

On 12 May 2025, the UK government released it’s White Paper titled Restoring Control Over the Immigration System, outlining sweeping changes to immigration policy. While these proposals are not yet law, they signal a significant shift that organisations should be aware of.

EmploymentCheck

DBS update – Update Service Coming Soon

Learn about the new DBS Update Service enhancement through EmploymentCheck, allowing periodic status checks with employee consent to streamline the DBS verification process.

EmploymentCheck

Changes to the Immigration Rules April 2025

Updates to the Immigration Rules include changes to minimum salary requirements, provisions for care workers, and increased visa fees effective April 9, 2025. Discover key impacts for employers.

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Reserve your free space at our Summer Breakfast Briefing 2025

Join us for the HR Connect Summer Breakfast Briefing on June 4th, 2025, at Ashford International Hotel. Reserve your free space today for essential HR updates and networking.

HR Connect
Kent Teach
EmploymentCheck
Staff Care Services

January 31, 2025

Is the cost of sponsoring Skilled Workers about to increase for employers?

Employers may face increased costs for sponsoring skilled workers as the UK government plans to raise immigration fees, pending parliamentary approval.

EmploymentCheck

January 31, 2025

Changes to DBS Basic Check Application Letter to Applicants

DBS will stop issuing paper letters for Basic Check applications opting for paper certificates from February 2025 to reduce paper usage. Access online portal for certificates.

EmploymentCheck

November 18, 2024

DBS Fees are Changing

DBS fees will increase from December 2nd 2024, affecting Basic, Standard, and Enhanced checks, as well as the Update Service, while volunteer checks remain free.

EmploymentCheck

November 18, 2024

Home office update - Transition to eVisa

UK transitions to digital eVisas, replacing physical immigration documents. Learn how to access, use, and benefit from the new system to prove immigration status securely.

EmploymentCheck

September 23, 2024

Police Force Delays set to continue

Since December 2023, we have been reporting on significant delays to the processing times of some DBS enhanced applications in relation to Local Police Force checks.

EmploymentCheck

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