Biggest overhaul to employment law in a generation is here
The Employment Rights Act
(ERA) 2025 is now law. Is your business ready?
When are the biggest changes happening?
April 2026
- Statutory Sick Pay changes
- Fair Work Agency establishment
- Day-one family friendly rights
October 2026
- Harassment obligations
- Tribunal claim extensions
- Trade union rights
2027
- Six-month unfair dismissals
- Zero-hours contracts reforms
- Flexible working reforms
- Fire and rehire reforms
Reforms are coming from April, get your free ERA advice today
Uncertain about how you can prepare? Book a consultation with an expert today.
ERA resources
Your guide to the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025
Everything you need to know to prepare for the ERA
Fair Work Agency preparation checklist
Your step-by-step guide to prepare for the new employment rights enforcement body
Fair Work Agency – What it is and isn’t
Understand what the Fair Work Agency is and isn’t – and what it means for your
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes
Upcoming changes to SSP and how you can prepare
Shift work and the Employment Rights Act
What you need to know and how to get ahead
On-demand webinar | Managing sickness ahead of the SSP changes
Understand the key steps to manage sickness effectively and protect your people and your business.
On-demand webinar | ERA: Everything employers need to know
Learn about the upcoming major reforms and what they mean for you.
Webinar | ERA: Get ready for April’s changes
Navigate the April changes set to take effect in April 2026. Join us on 10 March at 10am.
Podcast: The changes every employer must know before
We explain what’s changing, when it’s happening and what you need to do now.
What is the Employment Rights Act (ERA)?
The Employment Rights Act represents the biggest overhaul of UK employment law in a generation. It introduces sweeping changes that will affect both employees and employers across all sectors and business sizes.
For employers, this means reviewing and updating employment contracts, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with the new legal framework.
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FAQs
- When will the changes be coming into effect?
The ERA changes will be rolled out in stages over the next few years:
- 2027 onwards: Additional provisions will be implemented
- April 2026: The first wave of changes takes effect
- October 2026: Further reforms come into force
- I’m a Citation client – where do I go for information?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Keep an eye on your inbox for ERA-specific communications. If you have urgent questions in the meantime, contact your HR advisor as usual.
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