UK Employment Rights Act 2025 – April 2026 Changes: What Employers Need to Know

6 April 2026 saw the most significant wave of reforms to UK employment law since the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025 came into force in December, significantly expanding certain employee rights and increasing employer liabilities. This landmark legislation is being phased in through 2026–2027, meaning employers face a rolling adjustment of their risk profile rather than a one-time change.... By: Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP