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UK Employment Rights Act 2025 – Be Prepared for 2027 – A Landmark Year in Employment Law

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  • UK Employment Rights Act 2025 – Be Prepared for 2027 – A Landmark Year in Employment Law

On 22 October 2026, the Government confirmed the revised implementation timeline for the outstanding Employment Rights Act 2025 reforms.

2027 is when many of its most significant reforms take effect. From uncapped unfair dismissal awards from six months' service, to stringent restrictions on "fire and rehire", and new rules for trade unions, NDAs, flexible working, and new mothers, few areas of the employment relationship will be left untouched.

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