18/06/2026
Running a small business has always meant wearing about 17 different hats at once.
Now with employment rights and SSP changes continuing to roll out across 2026 and 2027, a lot of small business owners are asking the same question:
“If someone in the team was suddenly off long-term… what would actually happen?”
Because when you’re a smaller business, one person being away can affect:
📅 Workload
💬 Client relationships
💷 Cash flow
🧠 Stress levels
Big responsibility doesn’t always come with a big team.
Which is why more SME owners are reviewing things like:
• Sick pay policies
• Business continuity plans
• Key person cover
• Executive income protection
Not because they expect the worst, but because small businesses rely heavily on good people ✨
If you need a bit of guidance understanding where your business stands, just drop us a message:
https://www.true-protect.co.uk/contact-us/
For a deeper look at recent changes, read more here: https://www.business.gov.uk/campaign/employment-changes/