Navigating Employment Law in Retail | updates to rights, reforms, and risks

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With the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) now moving to the House of Lords after passing its third reading in the House of Commons, are you prepared for upcoming changes to employment law?

For practical advice on navigating key proposals – including changes to zero-hour contracts, family-friendly rights, statutory sick pay changes, and more – join this informative 60-minute session specifically tailored for retail businesses.

22 May, 3.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Host: Kimberly Moss, Employment Law Adviser and Solicitor at WorkNest, and Andrew Goodare, CEO of the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira).

What to expect

In this free one-hour webinar, WorkNest’s Employment Law Adviser and Solicitor, Kimberly Moss, will walk you through the critical employment law changes taking effect from April and throughout 2025/26 to help your retail business stay informed, prepared, and compliant.

You’ll also hear from the CEO of Bira, Andrew Goodacre, who will offer insights into what he’s seeing in the retail space, share tips for navigating this turbulent time, and answer your pertinent questions.

What's on the agenda?

With significant change on the horizon, join us live to learn more about:

  • Key employment reforms for retailers: Including recent ERB developments, April’s statutory rate changes, and new rights to neonatal leave and pay.
  • Compliance risks and new obligations: Covering underpayment notices and penalties, sick pay for everyone from day one including low earners, and working time compliance records.
  • Top tips for retailers: With some of the ERB predicted to take effect later this year, get actionable advice on navigating changes confidently.
  • Retail sector trends and challenges: Insider insights into the evolving retail landscape from Bira’s CEO – plus how to respond effectively.

Got a question?

We know these changes can raise a lot of questions, which is why we’ll wrap up with a live Q&A. Submit yours when registering – we’ll aim to address as many as possible during the session. Any we don’t get to will be covered in an FAQ document following the webinar or in Bira’s High Street Matters Podcast.

Discount on Bira membership

We’re pleased to say that our brilliant partners Bira have kindly offered a discount for you to use on their membership package. Discover more here.

Get 50% off* using the code LEGAL50

*Offer valid for new members only, for the first year of membership. After the first year, the membership fee will return to standard pricing. Offer valid until 31/05/25.

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Preparing Your Organisation for the New Employee Rights Bill

To understand the scope and impact of the new rights and explore actions that employers need to consider in advance of the new Employment Rights Bill (ERB). 

Going beyond the technical legal aspects of the new ERB, this interactive session will focus on its possible impact and implications.  

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