Employment Rights Act 2025

The Employment Rights Act 2025 marks a major shift in the UK employment law landscape. It introduces wide ranging reforms that will significantly affect how employers recruit, manage their workforce and meet legal obligations. 

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Preparing for the Employment Rights Act 2025

Changes are not coming into force all at once. They are being phased in over the next couple of years. Preparing early is critical. Many of the changes will require strategic planning, operational adjustments and clear communication with employees and managers. Getting it wrong could expose organisations to employee relations issues, claims and reputational risk.

Here you will find clear, practical guidance for employers, explaining:

  • What the reforms mean in practice
  • When key changes are expected to take effect
  • Where the main legal and commercial risks sit.

Whether you are a large employer, SME or public sector organisation, our experts help you understand your obligations and take confident, compliant decisions in response to one of the most significant sets of employment law reforms in years. 

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Other Employment Law services

With employment law touching every part of workforce management, IMhrplus is just one way we help you stay compliant and reduce liability. Explore more of our services below.
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    Get guidance on equality law, review your policies, and access help with training and tribunal defence.

  • Disciplinary and Grievance

    Manage misconduct and grievances effectively. From drafting procedures to representing you in hearings, we help you act fairly while safeguarding your company.

  • Employment Tribunal Services

    Respond confidently when claims arise. Prepare strong cases, handle reputational risk, and pursue proportionate outcomes.

  • Flexible Working Arrangements

    Handle flexible working requests lawfully and fairly. Deal with compliance, appeals, and discrimination risks so you can balance employee needs with commercial priorities.