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Information infrastructure has quietly become a hidden strategic constraint in schools. Education leadership expert Laura Knight explains …

By Conrad Emmett | 13th February 2026 | 11 min read

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From April 2026, a new body – the Fair Work Agency – will begin reshaping how employment rights are enforced across the UK. School and …

By Conrad Emmett | 11th February 2026 | 6 min read

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If you told me that the safety of your data kept you up at night, I wouldn’t be surprised. There are so many factors to consider, …

By Helen Evans | 6th February 2026 | 4 min read

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If you work with support staff in schools, you may have heard about the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB). The new forum is …

By Conrad Emmett | 6th February 2026 | 4 min read

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There’s no doubt that payroll is essential to maintaining a happy and engaged workforce. In fact, research has found that 24% of employees …

By Anthony Wolny | 4th February 2026 | 4 min read

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Navigating Payroll Year End (PYE) often feels complicated and admin-heavy. But it doesn’t need to be so difficult. The right payroll …

By Anthony Wolny | 4th February 2026 | 1 min read

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What do you get when you combine immense pressure to secure new staff, rising employment costs and increasingly complex legislation? We like …

By Anthony Wolny | 3rd February 2026 | 4 min read

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Salary alone no longer guarantees loyalty; employees want to feel valued and supported. Research has found that 69% of employees …

By Anthony Wolny | 3rd February 2026 | 2 min read

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HR is the lifeline of any successful business, looking after the most important asset: the employees. As the workplace continues to shift, …

By Anthony Wolny | 3rd February 2026 | 3 min read

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