Update on The Employment Rights Bill

Now that the Employment Rights Bill has become the Employment Rights Act 2025, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most significant years for employment law reform in decades. With sweeping changes landing across industrial action, family leave, sick pay, whistleblowing, collective redundancy, harassment, fire and rehire, and more, employers will need to be ready for a fast‑moving and far‑reaching shift in their legal obligations.

To help you get ahead, our colleagues Amanda Buchanan (Legal Director) and Annabel Scott (Solicitor) will be hosting a webinar, followed by a Q&A, breaking down the key provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025, some of which will become law this year.

Our speakers will:

• guide you through the headline reforms and explain what they mean in practice
• set out the key steps employers should be taking now to stay ahead of the changes, reduce risk, and ensure they are fully prepared for the new legal landscape.

They will also provide delegates with a quick snapshot of the major changes coming next year, from the new six‑month qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims to enhanced maternity protections, zero‑hours contract reforms, and mandatory menopause and gender pay gap action plans, so that you know what’s on the horizon.

Who should attend?

This session is designed for all those responsible for navigating workplace change and ensuring legal compliance, offering the clarity and practical insight needed to plan confidently for the year ahead.