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

The Employment Rights Bill: Preparing for unprecedented change in 2025-2026

From 2025, 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 Bill. It covers updates relevant to employers and employees that may impact policies, contracts, and workplace practices. Recent topics include:

  • Changes to flexible working rights
  • New rules on workplace pensions
  • Guidance on whistleblowing protections

Employment Rights Bill (ERB) Roadmap

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

  • Introduction of new employment status categories
  • Reforms to unfair dismissal protections
  • Updated holiday and leave entitlements

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.

Key upcoming Employment law changes roadmap:


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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