Keep up to date with the latest employment law developments and proposed future changes
This timetable of employment law changes in the UK is provided for CIPD members. The page captures important legislative change for people professionals. Change can include open consultations, technical guidance, new laws and landmark cases.
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) is currently delivering many changes in the field of employment. This Act falls under the plan to Make Work Pay. In addition to the ERA 2025 there are also additional bills, amendments to codes of practice and consultations. Where regulations are being developed or finalised for these changes, they are tracked in the timetable below. Where the matters are still proposals, they are outlined in the ERA 2025 tracker.
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