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Implementing the Employment Rights Act 2025: Non-Disclosure Agreements Consultation
15 April 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Business and Trade
TAGS
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the implementation of measures under the Employment Rights Act 2025 aimed at preventing the misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) by employers to cover up harassment and discrimination in the workplace.
Action Requested
The Government is launching a consultation on NDAs, seeking views on proposed conditions for valid NDAs ('excepted agreements') and permitted disclosures. The consultation will run for 12 weeks until July 8, 2026, after which responses will be considered before developing final policy.
Key Facts
- Employment Rights Act 2025 introduced measures to address misuse of NDAs.
- Consultation runs from April [start date not provided] to 8 July 2026.
- The consultation is split into three parts addressing excepted agreements, permitted disclosures, and the extension to vulnerable groups beyond standard workers.
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