22% of employers cite improving access to flexible working as biggest challenge – Ciphr
The survey found 21% of HR decision-makers were concerned about new legal protections for workers taking part in industrial action.
TUC tells Tory and Lib Dem Peers to “stop trying to block” stronger rights for millions of workers
The union body has urged the Government to “stand firm” in the face of attacks on the Employment Rights Bill.
House of Lords votes against day-one unfair dismissal rights
Instead, peers supported an amendment introducing a six-month qualifying period before employees become eligible to bring an unfair dismissal claim.
Acas welcomes Employment Rights Bill amendments on bereavement leave and NDAs
The new measures include formal bereavement leave entitlements for individuals who experience pregnancy loss before 24 weeks, as well as restrictions on how NDAs can be used in the workplace.
Employers must act now to prepare for new bereavement leave rules, says expert
Helen Dyke, senior employment solicitor at Harper James, said: "These changes will inevitably create new obligations and challenges for employers."
Survey reveals scale of sexual harassment as UK tightens workplace laws
Six in ten women say they have experienced workplace sexual harassment, with most choosing not to report it.
Bullying, discrimination and harassment of LGBT+ workers remains pervasive, warns TUC
The warning comes as TUC analysis found over half a million (558,500) LGBT+ people have faced bullying, discrimination and harassment at work.
Employment protections ease worker anxiety but barely impacts economic growth – Resolution Foundation
The research found 2.4 million workers across Britain were very anxious about sudden changes in their shifts.
Government sets out phased plan to boost rights for half of all UK workers
The plan, set out today (1st July 2025) will phase in key changes from late 2025 through to 2027.
Majority of business leaders say Employment Rights Bill will harm growth – IoD
49% said they would be less likely to hire new staff, while 36% said they were more likely to outsource roles or operations to other countries.
CIPD backs Employment Rights Bill amendment to expand role of HR consultants in disputes
The proposed amendment, currently listed as Amendment 132, is set to be debated in the House of Lords this week as the bill proceeds through its committee stage.
Reform and Tories “insulting public’s intelligence” by conflating workplace abuse with banter, says TUC
In recent days, both Conservative and Reform parties characterised Government plans to protect workers from third-party harassment as "an end to pub banter."
