Fire and Rehire Rules Delayed to January 2027: What Employers Need to Know

If you’ve been bracing for the new fire and rehire restrictions to land this October, you’ve got a bit more breathing room. The Government has confirmed the commencement date has moved from October 2026 to 1 January 2027, timed to coincide with the wider unfair dismissal reforms. It’s a delay, not a U-turn — and […]

There’s a New Employee Right You Might Have Missed — And It Lands on Your Desk, Not the ICO’s

Since 19 June 2026, employees have a new statutory right to raise data protection complaints directly with their employer, rather than going straight to the Information Commissioner’s Office. It’s a quiet change compared to the headline reforms of April, but it has real, practical consequences for how HR handles day-to-day data requests — and most […]

Zero Hours Contract Reforms: Consultation Closes 25 August — Here’s What’s Proposed

Zero Hours Contract Reforms: The Consultation Window Is Closing Fast If you use zero hours or low-hours contracts anywhere in your business, there’s a consultation running right now that will shape how you’re allowed to run them from 2027 — and it closes on 25 August 2026. It’s not law yet, but the direction is […]

Collective Redundancy Consultation

Collective Redundancy Consultation UK The not so eagerly anticipated Employment Rights Bill proposes many changes including changes to the threshold for collective redundancy consultation and government notification. Currently, the law requires employers to collectively consult if they propose to dismiss 20 or more employees at a single establishment within a 90-day period. This consultation must […]

Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Act

Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Act 2023 The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay Act) 2023 introduces significant changes for parents whose newborns require neonatal care. The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 received Royal Assent on 24 May 2023. Furthermore, it is set to take effect in April 2025. This new law allows parents […]

New Requirements for employers under a Labour Government

With the general election looming, it is predicted that the Labour Party will win by a significant majority.  So, what will this mean for employers? Labour have proposed what is called a “New Deal for Working People”.  This will have a big impact on employers due to significant employment law reforms.  Labour have committed to […]

Employment Law Update – Carers’ Leave

As of 4th December 2023, employers have the right to one week of unpaid carers’ leave. This is a day 1 right for all employees who have dependants. This new legislation was introduced in recognition of a growing number of the working population who find it a struggle to juggle work with their caring responsibilities. […]

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