Employment Law Changes 2026: What SMEs Should Do Now

Описание: The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces major employment law reforms for UK employers, with changes being phased in through 2026 and into 2027. In this Harper James webinar, employment law solicitors Sally Gwilliam and Helen Dyke explain what has already changed, what is coming next and how employers can prioritise their response.

The session is designed for HR Directors, business owners, senior managers and in-house legal teams responsible for people risk, workforce planning and compliance.

Topics include statutory sick pay, family leave rights, collective redundancy rules, fire and rehire reforms, harassment obligations and unfair dismissal changes.

Speak to Harper James for practical employment law advice and support with workforce compliance. https://harperjames.co.uk/services/em...

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Recorded on Tuesday 10 March 2026
This video is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. It reflects our understanding of the law and practice as at the date recorded.
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