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Employment Rights Act Resource Hub
Significant changes to employment law are just around the corner.
The Employment Rights Act is officially law, and a wave of employment law reforms are on their way. From stronger unfair dismissal rights and SSP reforms to restrictions on zero-hour contracts and fire and rehire practices, these reforms will impact all workplaces, and organisations will need to update their policies, contracts, and practices to avoid compliance risks.
While a couple of measures came into force immediately upon Royal Assent, the real change starts in 2026 and will continue into 2027 and beyond. This Hub is designed to help employers and HR navigate this period of transformation, offering practical guidance and resources to ensure you stay informed, confident, and prepared.
If you’d like expert advice tailored to your situation, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team on 0345 226 8393 or request a callback here.
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Employment Rights Act 2025 | your questions answered
The Employment Rights Act is beginning to reshape how UK employers manage their workforce. From six-month unfair dismissal protection and day one paternity and parental leave to SSP reforms and new obligations around flexible working and sexual harassment, the impact is wide-ranging.
While some of these changes are already in force, many businesses are still grappling with what they mean in practice and scratching their heads as to whether or not their policies, procedures, and managers are ready.
Sound familiar? Join WorkNest’s Employment Law and HR experts for a live, interactive webinar where we’ll tackle your questions in real time.
If you’re responsible for HR or employment law compliance and still have queries, concerns or grey areas, this is a session you won’t want to miss.
Free guide
Guide to April 2026 Employment Law Changes
April marks the first major phase in the implementation of changes to the law from the Employment Rights Act 2025.
Our free guide provides a focused look at what’s coming into effect, including reforms to family leave, statutory sick pay, sexual harassment whistleblowing claims, and more.
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Need support?
A change in government can present various challenges for employers, particularly when it comes to your workforce.
With unlimited access to dedicated Employment Law and HR experts, WorkNest makes the process of adapting to legal changes much easier.
From providing professional advice on applying new legislation to reviewing your policies and employment contracts to ensure they align with new requirements, we’re here to keep you operating compliantly.
FAQs
Download the FAQs from our recent webinar, ‘Employment Law Implications of a Labour Government’, to read our experts’ answers to questions on topics such as day one rights, employment status, fire and rehire, zero-hour contracts and more.