Insights
Employment Law Update - January 2026
Wednesday, 14 January 202610:00 am - 11:00 amMuch of the attention in recent months has understandably centred on the Employment Rights Bill and its expected impact. However, 2025 also produced a number of important case law developments that offer practical learning points for employers as we move into the new year.
Employment Rights Bill: Bill returns to the Commons once again
11 Dec 2025The Employment Rights Bill is poised for another round of parliamentary "ping-pong", as one key disagreement between the House of Commons and the House of Lords persists.
Tracker: Employment Rights Bill
10 Dec 2025The Employment Rights Bill proposes significant reforms across various aspects of employment law. Below is a summary of key provisions, organised by topic.
New statutory payment rates announced for 2026-27
09 Dec 2025The government has released the proposed statutory payment rates for 2026-27, helping employers plan ahead for payroll, budgeting and policy updates.
When can bringing legal proceedings amount to a whistleblowing detriment?
09 Dec 2025The Court of Appeal has confirmed that initiating legal or arbitral proceedings may amount to a whistleblowing detriment, with clear implications for how employers respond to confidential disclosures.
Budget 2025: key employment and payroll measures
02 Dec 2025The Chancellor’s 2025 Budget sets out a wide range of reforms affecting employment costs, payroll administration and HR compliance. The main measures likely to affect employers are summarised below.
