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New documents have been published to sit alongside the Government’s Make Work Pay: ending one-sided flexibility – reforms of zero hours and similar contracts consultation.

The Government has published its response to two different trade union-related consultations, as well as new regulations, as part of measures being introduced under the Employment Rights Act 2025.

The Fair Work Agency (FWA) has successfully secured its first conviction under its enforcement powers, relating to the Gangmasters (Licensing) Act 2004.

The Government has revised its timetable for implementation of the remaining reforms that are set to be introduced under the Employment Rights Act 2025 during 2026 and 2027.

Regulations have been made confirming that the anticipated unfair dismissal changes under the Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) will come into effect on 1 January 2027.

Draft regulations have been put before Parliament to bring into law provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025 that extend the time limits for certain employment tribunal claims. If accepted, they will come into force and apply to claims from 1 October 2026.

Leading up to the Employment Rights Act 2025, a Peninsula survey found that employers were most concerned about changes to unfair dismissal. These concerns were echoed by Peers.

Download our free Fair Work Agency guide and ensure total compliance from the new enforcement body.

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Download our free guide and prepare your business for the changes in Statutory Sick Pay changes in April 2026.

Download our free Fair Work Agency preparation checklist and protect your business before it comes into effect.

Download our free Employment Rights Bill roadmap now and prepare for the upcoming changes.