HR Professionals Forum

We’re excited to invite you to the upcoming HR Professionals Forum, a virtual roundtable designed to spark meaningful discussion and practical learning.

In this session we will cover:

Sickness absence: Managing in practice

This session will focus on the realities of managing sickness absence, including:

• Complex and increasingly prevalent conditions such as ADHD
• Longer GP sign-off periods
• Upcoming changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) under the Employment Rights Act 2025
• Real employer case studies and practical approaches
• We’ll also cover what HR teams should be reviewing to ensure a fair, consistent, and compliant approach

Employment Law update

We will talk through a brief roundup of key employment law changes taking effect in April 2026.

What’s on your desk?

Got a tricky situation or burning question? Bring it along! You’re welcome to ask questions live during the session or submit them in advance when registering via the link below.

Register

Date: Thursday 23 April 2026

Time: 9am – 9.45am

This forum is held under Chatham house rules, to allow for open dialogue and peer learning in a safe space.

Register your place

Why attend?

• Get legal guidance from Cripps’ employment experts
• Share your current challenges and receive practical advice
• Spaces are limited to ensure a high-quality discussion
• Connect with peers in a focused, high-quality discussion

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