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Harrods Faces Landmark Legal Test Over £1 Cover Charge
Luxury department store Harrods is set to face a landmark employment tribunal this September, as 29 restaurant workers challenge the retailer’s use of a £1 per-head cover charge that is not distributed to staff.
Apr 233 min read


UK Hospitality Braces for Landmark Tribunal in “Ivy Test Case” on Fair Tip Distribution
A high‑profile employment tribunal involving the Ivy Brasserie Group is set to become the first major legal test of the UK’s new “fair and transparent” tipping rules.
Mar 123 min read


Tip Management: The New Rules Reshaping UK Hospitality in 2026
The UK hospitality sector is entering a new era, one where tip management is no longer a quiet operational detail but a regulated, scrutinised, and strategically important part of running a business.
Mar 123 min read


The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 Checklist: 5 Steps to Ensure Your Tronc is 100% Compliant
The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 Checklist: 5 Steps to Ensure Your Tronc is 100% Compliant
Nov 6, 20257 min read


Is Tronc Included in Pensions?
Find out how Tronc affects pensions under workplace pension rules in the UK.
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Can Employers Decide How Tips Are Distributed in a Tronc Scheme?
Can employers decide how tips are distributed in a Tronc Scheme? The short and crucial answer is: no. Read on to find out why..
Jul 3, 20252 min read


Is Participation in a Tronc Scheme Mandatory for Employees?
Is Participation in a Tronc Scheme Mandatory for Employees? Find out more.
Feb 13, 20253 min read


New Tipping Rules Are Here: Tronc 2024
New Tipping Rules Are Here: Tronc 2024. Find out how the new tipping rules affect your business.
Oct 1, 20245 min read


Who can be a Troncmaster?
A troncmaster, should have a good understanding of payroll, tax regulations, and employment law.
Jun 20, 20244 min read


Tronc Schemes & The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023
Tronc Schemes and the Employment Act 2023. Understanding the allocation of tips.
Feb 15, 20242 min read
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