Various changes under the Employment Rights Act 2025 took effect on 6 April 2026. HR should begin planning for further reforms due to be introduced later in 2026.
Practical guidance for HR on measures that some employers may be able to take to avoid redundancies due to economic conditions; including reducing hours, redeploying staff and options for making longer-term efficiencies.
Practical guidance on arranging cover for an employee on adoption leave, including fixed-term workers; secondment; acting up; arranging the handover; and the employee's return to work.
Practical guidance on arranging cover for an employee's maternity leave, including fixed-term workers; secondment; acting up; arranging the handover; and the employee's return to work.
Practical guidance on dealing with employment issues caused by severe weather or disruptions to public transport, for example where employees are late or unable to get to work due to public transport strikes, flooding or snow.