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  • The ERA era: The changes implemented so far

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    The ERA era: The changes implemented so far

    The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduced the most significant changes to UK employment law in decades, but its reforms are being implemented in phases. This article sets out the key changes that have come into force so far, including updates on sick pay, trade union law, family leave rights, enforcement and record‑keeping, and explains what…

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Employment law in Malaysia

In this preview of our Malaysia International Employment Law Guide, our international editors reveal some intriguing facts about …

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Employment law in Portugal

In this preview of our Portugal International Employment Law Guide, our international editors reveal some intriguing facts about …

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Employment Rights Bill essentials: Flexible working requests

We look at the proposed changes to the right to make a flexible working request under the Employment …

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Global legislative changes to look out for in 2025

Our international editor Ronelle Barreto presents shifts in the future legislative landscape in 26 different countries – at …

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Employment law 2025: Six key tasks for HR

We look at what HR needs to do to meet its employment law obligations and prepare for the …

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Employment Rights Bill: 10 key policies employers must revamp

The Employment Rights Bill packs 28 imposing employment law reforms into its 158 pages. While HR professionals await …

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Employment Rights Bill essentials: Gender equality action plan

Under the Employment Rights Bill, large employers will be required to publish a gender equality action plan. Learn …

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Employment Rights Bill: Tribunal time limit to be extended

An amendment paper on the Employment Rights Bill has been published by the House of Commons, including a …

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UK vs US: Who comes out on top for employee rights?

Employers in the US and UK must prepare for wide-ranging changes to employee rights. Review the key changes …

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