Employment Rights Act:
2026 Updates & Compliance Hub
Understand the Employment Rights Act with practical guides and legislative breakdowns to help you stay compliant, support your people and manage your business with confidence.
Research and SME Insights
Original data and analysis from our research team
84%
SME leaders anticipate having to make changes to mitigate the risks associated with upcoming legislation
78%
Agree the reforms will have a financial impact on their business
28%
SME leaders reported that they understood the specific requirements of the legislation
26%
Had little to no knowledge about the reforms at all
Watch & Learn
Expert-led webinars and live events on the Employment Rights Act 2025
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Read more: UK Employment Law Has Changed: Your Full Breakdown & Live Q&A on the New Employment Rights ActUK Employment Law Has Changed: Your Full Breakdown & Live Q&A on the New Employment Rights Act
The biggest shake-up in decades has begun. Don’t navigate the maze blindly. Join our HR Advisory team for a full…
Key News at a Glance
Bite-sized updates on key ERA developments
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Read more: How UK Employers Can Prepare for New Industrial Action RulesHow UK Employers Can Prepare for New Industrial Action Rules
Even businesses with no recognised union are in scope
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Read more: A Lawyer’s Tips on Preparing for Zero-Hours Contract ReformA Lawyer’s Tips on Preparing for Zero-Hours Contract Reform
With days left before the consultation closes, here’s what businesses should be doing now to avoid getting caught out
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Read more: Fair Work Agency Names Holiday Pay as Its Next Enforcement PriorityFair Work Agency Names Holiday Pay as Its Next Enforcement Priority
As the debate over unpaid annual leave heats up nationally, its chief executive told Employment Hero how investigations begin and…
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Read more: Small Businesses Set Out Priorities for Prime Minister Andy BurnhamSmall Businesses Set Out Priorities for Prime Minister Andy Burnham
His entry to No 10 has come with promises to struggling pubs, shops and small employers – but they’ve outlined…
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Read more: Fair Work Agency CEO Urges Employers to Self-Report Compliance FailuresFair Work Agency CEO Urges Employers to Self-Report Compliance Failures
The body has enforcement powers over five million UK businesses. Its chief executive spoke to Employment Hero about what will…
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Read more: Employment Rights Act: How the UK Compares to OECD PeersEmployment Rights Act: How the UK Compares to OECD Peers
The new legislation has shifted where the UK sits internationally on employment rights – but Employment Hero’s research shows most…
In-Depth Analysis
Comprehensive guides and expert legal analyst
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Read more: Ask the Experts: How the Employment Rights Act 2025 Will Change Employer ComplianceAsk the Experts: How the Employment Rights Act 2025 Will Change Employer Compliance
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces major changes for UK employers. See what’s changing, key dates, and how to prepare…
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Read more: The essential guide to HR compliance in the UKThe essential guide to HR compliance in the UK
Tick HR compliance tasks off your to-do list with our HR compliance guide. Download today!
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Read more: Fire and Rehire Restrictions Under the Employment Rights Act: A UK Employer’s GuideFire and Rehire Restrictions Under the Employment Rights Act: A UK Employer’s Guide
The Employment Rights Act 2025 fundamentally restricts fire and rehire in the UK. Understand what’s changing, when it takes effect…
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Read more: The Fair Work Agency vs HMRC: What’s Different For EmployersThe Fair Work Agency vs HMRC: What’s Different For Employers
The Fair Work Agency has replaced HMRC for employment rights. Understand the split, what’s changed for holiday pay and SSP,…
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Read more: Collective Redundancy and the Employment Rights Act: What Changes for UK EmployersCollective Redundancy and the Employment Rights Act: What Changes for UK Employers
The Employment Rights Act 2025 has doubled the penalty for missed collective consultation. Find out what’s changed, what’s coming and…
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Read more: Unfair Dismissal Rights Are Changing: What UK Employers Need to KnowUnfair Dismissal Rights Are Changing: What UK Employers Need to Know
Unfair dismissal laws are changing. With the qualifying period dropping to 6 months and compensation caps removed, we cover how…
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Read more: Employment Rights Act 2025: Actions UK Businesses Should Take NowEmployment Rights Act 2025: Actions UK Businesses Should Take Now
Learn what the Employment Rights Act covers, including employee rights, employer obligations and key updates for UK businesses.
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Read more: The Fair Work Agency Is Coming: What Employers Need to Understand About the New Enforcement BodyThe Fair Work Agency Is Coming: What Employers Need to Understand About the New Enforcement Body
From 6–7 April 2026, the Fair Work Agency launches with new enforcement powers, SSP becomes payable from day one at…
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Read more: Family Leave Policies Just Got More Complex — Here’s What to Update From April 2026Family Leave Policies Just Got More Complex — Here’s What to Update From April 2026
From neonatal care leave to day-one paternity rights, the Employment Rights Act 2025 changes UK family leave from 6 April…
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Read more: Statutory Sick Pay Changes 2026: What UK Employers Need to KnowStatutory Sick Pay Changes 2026: What UK Employers Need to Know
The waiting days are gone. From the 6th of April 2026, SSP kicks in on day one. Here’s exactly what…
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Read more: Employment Rights Act Timeline: Key Dates for EmployersEmployment Rights Act Timeline: Key Dates for Employers
The UK Employment Rights Bill is coming. Discover the key dates from 2026 to 2027, and learn how to prepare…
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Read more: 10 of the most asked questions from business owners about the Employment Rights Act10 of the most asked questions from business owners about the Employment Rights Act
We answer some of our most asked questions about the Employment Rights Bill.
Hear from the Front Line of HR
You are not navigating the Employment Rights Act alone. Watch real stories from fellow UK people leaders on how they are leveraging technology to implement compliant policies properly and protect their business’ futures.t
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Read more: How Breckon & Breckon saved a full day of admin every week with Employment HeroHow Breckon & Breckon saved a full day of admin every week with Employment Hero
Reclaim a full day from admin weekly. See how Breckon & Breckon halved onboarding time, boosted engagement & ditched paperwork…
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Read more: Unleashing the power of the Employment Operating System with Purple DragonUnleashing the power of the Employment Operating System with Purple Dragon
Compliance overwhelm? Discover how Purple Dragon transformed HR and payroll with Employment OS, saving countless hours and ensuring peace of…
Expert HR Advice from Employment Hero
Navigating the Employment Rights Act can be complex. Get unlimited HR advice from top experts in UK employment law ready to help you establish compliance and build a world-class culture.
External Resources
Official government and regulatory sources
Employment Rights Act
Government Guidance
Acas Resources
Data obtained from a comprehensive and custom study of 1,047 business owners and senior leaders in SMEs across the UK, conducted in partnership with Focaldata between 20th and 23rd January, 2026.
