Ian Bennett, MD Island Healthcare

Employment Rights Act 2026 - The Impacts - With James Sage

The Employment Rights Act introduces significant changes that will impact the working relationship between employers and employees, with a focus on social care providers. The act includes provisions related to statutory sick pay, unfair dismissal time periods, refire and rehire practices, third-party harassment, and exploitative zero hours contracts. These changes will require careful consideration and proactive measures from care providers to ensure compliance and effective management of the workforce. The conversation covers key changes in the Employment Rights Act, including statutory sick pay, zero-hour contracts, and fair pay agreements. It also discusses the impact on care providers, the role of trade unions, and the need for training and technology to support these changes. Takeaways * Employment Rights Act introduces significant changes impacting the working relationship between employers and employees * Social care providers need to prepare for the impact of the new provisions and take proactive measures to ensure compliance and effective workforce management Employers need to prepare for changes in statutory sick pay, zero-hour contracts, and fair pay agreements. * The role of trade unions and the impact on care providers are significant aspects of the Employment Rights Act changes. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to the Employment Rights Act * 05:08 Changes to Statutory Sick Pay * 15:25 Refire and Rehire Practices * 22:59 Exploitative Zero Hours Contracts * 29:13 Impact on Zero-Hour Contracts * 48:12 Creation of Fair Work Agency and Funding Challenges * 55:16 Role of Training and Technology

Avnish Goyal CBE & Anita Goyal MBE

Join Charles as he sits down with Avnish and Anita Goyal to explore their inspiring journeys from humble beginnings to impactful leaders in social care and philanthropy. Discover how Avnish's early experiences shaped his vision for Hallmark Care Homes and how Anita transitioned from a teaching career to championing social causes. Together, they share insights on resilience, the power of giving, and the importance of setting big goals. Tune in for a conversation filled with personal stories, valuable lessons, and a call to action for making a difference in the world.

Amanda Scott, CEO of Forest Healthcare

In this conversation, Amanda Scott, CEO of Forest Healthcare, shares her extensive journey in social care, discussing her transition from clinical roles to leadership, the challenges faced in the sector, and the importance of values in healthcare. She emphasises the need for continuous learning, employee wellbeing, and the impact of political landscapes on social care. Amanda also highlights the innovative approaches taken at Forest Healthcare to create a positive environment for both residents and staff, including the integration of core values and investment in the physical environment.

Ian Bennett, MD Island Healthcare

Ian Bennett, the MD of Island Healthcare, talks to the pod about: * insights from him time spent working in Westminster * the challenges of social care reform and the need for political leadership * reinventing social care and engaging the younger generation in a career in care * the future of care; technology, AI and people in the loop

Vic Rayner OBE, CEO of the National Care Forum

Vic Rayner OBE, CEO of the National Care Forum talks to Inside Social Care about the challenges facing the not-for-profit providers across care, demographic changes, government intervention (or lack of it) and how other countries have built societies that realise the benefits of an ageing demographic.