Talking about retirement with employees can feel like a legal and practical minefield – and with good reason. Handled poorly, these discussions can lead to broken trust, claims for constructive dismissal and/or age discrimination. Avoid assumptions The Acas guidance is clear, don’t raise retirement unless the employee does first. The wisdom of this advice was… [Read More]
Employment Rights Bill: Government consults on trade union changes
The government has opened two public consultations under the Employment Rights Bill, aiming to expand and formalise trade union rights in the workplace. Both consultations will run until 18th December 2025. Trade Union access to workplaces A major proposal would require employers to allow trade union access to workplaces for specific purposes, such as informing… [Read More]
Employment Rights Bill: Government consults on family-friendly changes
The UK government has launched consultations to focus on two proposals to enhance family-friendly workplace rights. Both consultations run until 15th January 2026, with draft regulations and employer guidance to follow. Proposal for stronger protection from dismissal during pregnancy and maternity The Government wants to ban the dismissal of employees during pregnancy, maternity leave, and… [Read More]
Employment Rights Bill halted by the House of Lords
Rights Bill halted by the House of Lords The much anticipated Employment Rights Act 2025 is currently in a holding pattern, because certain key provisions have been rejected by the House of Lords. What changes have the House of Lords requested? What next for the Employment Rights Bill? The Bill has been sent back to… [Read More]
