Employment Rights Act Implementation Roadmap 2026-2027

Get ready for 2 years of widespread changes to UK employment legislation

From April 2026, the UK government is rolling out the next phase of employment reforms.

Our Employment Rights Act Implementation Roadmap 2026-2027 gives clear, practical guidance to help forward thinking organisations adapt confidently and compliantly, and how to approach each step.

These changes – set to continue into 2027 - affect everything from collective redundancy procedures, leave entitlements, whistleblowing protections, and trade union engagement, to the repeal of outdated industrial relations legislation and new standards for contract changes.

This Roadmap Guide contains information on changes such as:

Stronger redundancy and consultation process requirements: Extended protections, improved consultation, and modernised union recognition and balloting for redundancies.
Fairer leave and flexible working arrangements: Guidance on immediate leave eligibility, flexible work, and replacing zero-hours contracts.
Improved workplace protections: Includes enhanced whistleblowing mechanisms, best practices for preventing sexual harassment, and clear employer obligations for ensuring a safe workplace culture.
Fair pay and contractual changes: Guidance on fair pay, alternatives to fire and rehire, and tipping transparency.
Step-by-step advice: for compliant policy and HR updates, ensuring alignment with new employment laws.

Don't wait: Act now to ensure your organisation is ready for every stage of the Employment Rights Act rollout

Download the Employment Rights Act Implementation Roadmap 2026-2027 now for access to expert guidance that will help you design compliant policies, protect your staff, and safeguard your organisation against risk.

Download the Roadmap