The Employment Rights Act 2025 represents one of the biggest changes to employment law in a generation, with a clear shift towards increased worker protections from much earlier in the employment life cycle and greater obligations for employers.
On 15 July our employment law partners, Louise Attrup and Michael Kerrigan, guided HR professionals and business owners through what these changes mean in practice, and the urgent steps employers should be taking now.
With implementation already underway and continuing throughout 2026, businesses must review policies, update processes and ensure their teams are prepared.
The session provided attendees with:
• A clear overview of the key changes affecting small and medium sized businesses
• Practical guidance on immediate actions
• Insight into areas of increased legal risk
• Time to ask questions to our experts
If you missed the live session, or would like to revisit the practical guidance shared, you can watch the webinar recording here.
If you would like to discuss how the Employment Rights Act 2025 could affect your business, or need support preparing for the changes ahead, please contact Louise Attrup or Michael Kerrigan for tailored advice.
The contents of this article are intended for general information purposes only and shall not be deemed to be, or constitute legal advice. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss as a result of acts or omissions taken in respect of this article.
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