Extension of time limits for bringing employment tribunal claims
Implementation date: 1 October 2026
The Employment Rights Act 2025 extends the time limit for bringing an employment tribunal claim to six months.
The time limit for most claims is currently three months. The change will apply to all employment tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal and discrimination.
This measure will take effect from 1 October 2026.
See Employment tribunals: starting and responding to claim for more information.
