Welcome to "Ask The Expert", Silverstone Technology Cluster’s podcast. In each episode, we invite professionals and industry leaders to share their insights, experiences, and strategies for navigating the complexities of modern business in the advanced engineering landscape. In this episode, we unpack the latest wave of employment law reforms and what they mean for employers today — and in the years ahead. We explore the immediate changes this April. What do these shifts mean in practice, and how should employers adjust their approach to workforce planning and risk management? Looking further ahead, we examine the more structural reforms on the horizon for 2027. Meet our Experts:Bruce Keir leads TC Group’s HR Client Advisory services for businesses across the Midlands and North, supporting clients of all sizes in getting the very best from their people. With a commercial mindset and a passion for effective people strategy, he works closely with clients across many industries to deliver forward-thinking HR solutions that support growth and long-term success. A highly accomplished HR professional, Bruce holds a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and brings hands-on experience across the full employee life cycle. His experience spans multiple sectors and business types, including FTSE 100 companies, and his approach is always tailored to the unique needs and culture of each client. Bruce is motivated by continuous learning, making a positive impact, and building strong, collaborative relationships. Whether he’s shaping high-level HR strategy or tackling people challenges on the ground, Bruce brings clarity, confidence, and a genuine enthusiasm for helping businesses, and their people, thrive. In his own time, you'll find Bruce spending time with his wife and three young children and watching or taking part in as much sport as possible. He also serves as TC’s resident quizmaster. Simon Demaid is a Partner and Employment Law specialist at Howes Percival LLP, and leads the firm’s Milton Keynes office, supporting a strong portfolio of high profile local clients. A well-known and respected figure in the Milton Keynes professional community, he is also a member of the MK Business Leaders Partnership. Simon advises businesses on all aspects of employment law, from day-to-day issues such as disciplinary matters, grievances, ill health and discrimination, through to the employment aspects of complex restructures, acquisitions and outsourcing arrangements. Known for his proactive, commercial and pragmatic approach, he also has a particular focus on disability discrimination claims and regularly manages and advocates in Employment Tribunal proceedings on behalf of his clients. This episode is brought to you by TC Group.TC Group’s an Accountancy Age ‘Top 20’ firm of business advisors and accountants, providing quality financial advice and strategy, enabling you to achieve your business growth goals, safeguard your wealth, and maximise your tax efficiency. Our teams’ experience and expertise mean we understand the challenges and opportunities you face at a local, national, and even international level. We’ll invest time in getting to know you so we can provide proactive and tailored advice, supporting you in making the right decisions both now and in the future. We pride ourselves on offering more than the standard compliance services and straight-forward number crunching. Through our UK-wide network, we offer a multitude of functional accountancy and specialist business growth services along with personal financial solutions and legal advice, providing our clients with a unified “one-stop-shop” approach, saving you both time and money. With TC Group by your side, no matter how complex your financial situation may be, we have the resources and expertise to help you navigate it successfully. Recorded and produced by the Pod Collective
