Employment Rights Act 2025: Key measures and employer actions

The Employment Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent in December 2025 and over the next couple of years it will introduce additions and amendments to existing legislation, including the Employment Rights Act 1996.

This session will give an overview of the major reforms, including changes to sick pay, dismissal rules, familyrelated rights, and new protections for zerohours and agency workers. It will also explain when each change is due to take effect.

You will leave with the knowledge to review your policies, update systems and support managers as these changes roll out through 2026 and 2027.