Employment Rights Act

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15 September 2026

‘Fire & rehire’ practices to be outlawed under the Employment Rights Act

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We outline what employers need to know about the changes to fire and rehire, including four key steps to take in preparation.

9 September 2026

Holiday law changes from 2026 — what employers need to know & do

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We explore what the new record-keeping requirements mean for employers, the risks of non-compliance and steps that organisations should take now.

9 September 2026

Collective consultation overhaul — 3 key steps for employers

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We explore the collective consultation overhaul and detail what’s changing, the associated risks and how employers should prepare.

13 August 2026

Trade union reform under the Employment Rights Act — trends, priorities & planning implications

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We break down the latest and upcoming trade union reforms — from ballot changes and electronic voting to wider union access and new employer duties.

11 August 2026

Beyond zero & low hours contracts — how can hospitality work remain flexible?

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The Government's 'ending one-sided flexibility' consultation signals significant change for hospitality employers. We explore what employers need to know.

11 May 2026

Whistleblowing & sexual harassment — a new era of protection from April 2026

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We explain exactly what’s changing, how the new protections will work and what employers need to know.

8 May 2026

Statutory Sick Pay reforms — what’s changed?

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We explore the changes to Statutory Sick Pay that are due to come into effect from 6 April 2026 and outline what they’ll mean for employers.

2 April 2026

April 2026 changes to NMW, statutory payments & employment tribunal awards

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We discuss the increases to statutory payments, national minimum wage rates and unfair dismissal compensation from April 2026.

12 February 2026

Unfair dismissal reform under the Employment Rights Act 2025 marks a significant shift for employers

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We explore what the changes will mean in practice — from the new six‑month qualifying period to the removal of the statutory cap on the compensatory award.

11 February 2026