The Employment Rights Act 2025

March 23, 2026 · WOWERI

New provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025 come into force. These are the second commencement regulations made under the Act. Certain provisions came into force on Royal Assent and two months after.

New Provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025 Come into Force

According to the The Employment Rights Act 2025 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026, new provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025 come into force on specified dates. These are the second commencement regulations made under the Act.

Certain provisions came into force on Royal Assent and two months after by virtue of section 159(1) and 159(2) of the Employment Rights Act 2025.

What this Means for Employees and Employers

The changes to the law are aimed at protecting employees' rights and improving working conditions. Employers should be aware of these changes and take necessary steps to implement them.