The Supreme Court has confirmed that part-time workers can bring a claim under the Part-time Workers Regulations where their part-time status is an effective cause of less favourable treatment: it does not have to be the sole cause. This significant judgment resolves previous conflicting case law.

Acas has published a fully revised draft Code that would fundamentally reshape disciplinary and grievance procedures, with a much greater emphasis on informal resolution and early workplace intervention.

A significant new right for trade unions to access workplaces comes into force on 30 October 2026, and the Government has now finalised the Code of Practice that will govern it. Schools should prepare for how they are going to approach this from a strategic and logistical perspective.

The Government has launched a consultation on a revised statutory Code of Practice on Fair and Transparent Distribution of Tips, reflecting new requirements under the Employment Rights Act 2025. The consultation closes on 29 September 2026.

From 30 October 2026, trade unions will have a new statutory right to access workplaces. We explain what employers need to do now to prepare, and why waiting for an access request to arrive could leave you at a disadvantage.