Employment Rights Act 2025

Did you know there have been significant changes to employment law in 2026, and that these will continue into 2027?

Employment Rights Act 2025 - What is it?

The Employment Rights Act 2025 adds new aspects and amends existing employment law in the UK. 

It covers these areas:

  • CHANGES - Statutory Sick Pay
  • CHANGES - Paternity and unpaid leave
  • NEW - Bereaved Partner paternity leave
  • NEW - Fair Work Agency – to enforce
  • CHANGES - Collective Redundancy
  • NEW – Trade Union recognition rules
  • CHANGES – Whistleblowing
  • NEW – Employer Action Plans, e.g. Menopause, Gender Pay
  • MAJOR CHANGE – Unfair Dismissal
  • CHANGES - National Living Wage/Minimum Wage £12.71

Where can I find factual information on the Employment Rights Act 2025?

There are many sources of information, as many of the Acts' final details are still under consultation; all information sources are subject to change. 

Government Website:

Preparing for new changes to employee rights

ACAS Website:

Employment Rights Act 2025 - Acas

Many employment solicitors have information on their websites. 

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