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Employment Law Update April 2026 | Key Changes Now in Force

A wide package of employment law reforms has now taken effect. Here, we provide a brief overview of the changes that are now in force.

New Hire for Employment Law Team at Sills & Betteridge LLP

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Wright as an Associate to our Employment Law team.

Planning for the April Employment Law Changes

April 2026 will bring the usual wave of employment law updates in the form of adjusted statutory payment rates, but this year’s changes are more substantial than many of you are used to. Following the passing of the Employment Rights Act 2025, this April will represent the first notable milestone in one of the most substantial legislative updates to the UK employment law framework in years. With increased statutory payments and expanded protections for workers, organisations should take a moment to pause, review and prepare.

A New Era for Working Britain | The Employment Rights Bill Passes!

19 Dec 2025
Law Blog
Employment Law

The long-debated Employment Rights Bill has finally cleared Parliament and is set to become the Employment Rights Act 2025 before Christmas. After months of political ping-pong, late-night negotiations and several dramatic U-turns, the future of work in the UK is officially changing.

Employment Rights U-Turn Sets a New Approach to Early Dismissals

The government has issued a major update on the Employment Rights Bill, marking a clear U-turn from its earlier commitment to introduce day one unfair dismissal rights.

Pregnant Employees & Redundancy | What Every Employer Needs to Know

26 Nov 2025
Law Blog
Employment Law

Navigating redundancy is never easy for any employer, and when you have pregnant employees in the mix, it can feel even more daunting. With the right approach, you can handle these situations fairly, legally, and with empathy.