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Implementing the Employment Rights Act: February Consultation Package

04 February 2026

Proposing MP
Kate Dearden Lab Co-op
Halifax
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Business and Trade
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TAGS
Economy Employment

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses the implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025, focusing on several key areas including fire and rehire practices, trade union recognition, tipping policies, flexible working rights, and agency worker regulations.

Action Requested

The government is launching consultations on various aspects of the Employment Rights Act 2025. These include detailed consultations on fire and rehire practices, trade union recognition, tipping policies, improving access to flexible working, and modernising the agency work regulatory framework. Each consultation will run for either 8 or 12 weeks and will gather views from stakeholders to inform the practical implementation of the legislation.

Key Facts

  • The Employment Rights Act introduces protections against unfair fire and rehire practices.
  • Consultations on Fire and Rehire and Trade Union Recognition are launching with further consultations on Tipping, Flexible Working, and Agency Work to follow.
  • Each consultation will run for either 8 or 12 weeks and close by 1 April 2026.
  • The Act amends the definition of 'employment business' to include umbrella companies under regulatory scope.
  • The government aims to reduce administrative burdens on businesses while ensuring fair treatment for workers.
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