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Legal 500 2027

The Employment Rights Act 2025: preparing for unprecedented change

The UK is set to implement significant changes in both employment and immigration laws, impacting employers and employees alike.

This roadmap aims to provide an overview of these updates, ensuring that you are well-prepared for the upcoming transitions.

Key employment law changes

This section highlights important developments and changes in employment law beyond the Employment Rights Act. It covers updates relevant to employers and employees that may impact policies, contracts, and workplace practices. Recent topics include:

  • the introduction of statutory neonatal care leave and pay
  • changes to flexible working
  • increases to minimum wage and employers' national insurance contributions

Employment Rights Act (ERA) roadmap

Stay up to date with the progression of the implementation of the Employment Rights Act. Here you will find detailed updates, key milestones, and practical guidance relating specifically to the ERA and its implications. Key areas covered include:

  • Reduction of qualifying period for unfair dismissal rights
  • Reforms to zero hours contracts
  • Banning fire and rehire
  • Extending time limits to bring employment tribunal claims

Immigration law changes

The UK Home Office has introduced new rules affecting various visa categories, including the Skilled Worker visa. Notable changes include:

  • Increased minimum salary thresholds
  • Updated compliance requirements for sponsor licences

These modifications are designed to streamline immigration processes and ensure fair treatment of workers entering the UK.

There is a huge amount of change on the horizon, and you must move swiftly to adapt to avoid huge cost consequences. This underscores the critical need for proactive planning and compliance to navigate these transformative changes effectively.

Robert Forsyth


Key Employment Updates Roadmap by Communications Michelmores

Employment Law Conference 2026

Navigating Change: Employment Rights, Workplace Issues & What’s Next

Join us 18 November for Michelmores Employment Law Conference to keep on top of the latest employment law developments and explore some of the most complex issues affecting the workplace today.

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How Michelmores can help

At Michelmores, we are well-equipped to assist you in preparing for and implementing the upcoming changes in employment and immigration laws. Our expert teams provide tailored advice and practical solutions to navigate the evolving legal landscape. Whether it's understanding new employment rights, adjusting to updated immigration rules, or ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, we offer comprehensive support.

Our employment services include:

Strategic
Planning

The team support businesses with expert employment law advice and strategic planning, aligning legal solutions with commercial goals to manage risk, drive growth, and navigate complex workforce challenges effectively.

Thorough
Audits

We conduct thorough employment audits to identify legal risks, ensure compliance, and enhance HR practices – helping organisations address potential issues before they escalate.

Ongoing
Guidance

Our lawyers provide ongoing legal guidance – delivering clear, practical advice on employment matters so businesses remain compliant and confident in their workforce decisions.

Tribunal Representation

We often represent clients in employment tribunals with strategic insight and legal expertise, working to achieve the best possible outcomes in complex disputes.

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