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UK Advances Employment Rights Bill for 2026 Implementation

11/28/2025

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The UK Government is advancing the Employment Rights Bill (ERB), with implementation planned for April 2026.
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) would introduce day-one rights for sick pay and paternity leave and establish the Fair Work Agency.
Trade unions and business representatives have proposed reducing the unfair dismissal qualifying period from 24 months to 6 months.
Ongoing consultations will continue to shape the legislation before it reaches Royal Assent.

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The UK Government is advancing the Employment Rights Bill (ERB), with implementation planned for April 2026.
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) would introduce day-one rights for sick pay and paternity leave and establish the Fair Work Agency.
Trade unions and business representatives have proposed reducing the unfair dismissal qualifying period from 24 months to 6 months.
Ongoing consultations will continue to shape the legislation before it reaches Royal Assent.