Guidance on how your workplace rights are changing

From February 2026, new laws have begun to take effect giving you stronger protections and greater security at work.

These changes are being introduced in stages.

Use the guides below to find out exactly what's changing and when it applies to you.

Upcoming changes:

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Unfair Dismissal

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Trade Union Reform

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Employment Tribunal Time Limits

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Harassment Protections

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What’s already changed:

Bereaved Partner's Paternity Leave

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Employer Action Plans

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Fair Work Agency

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Industrial Action

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National Minimum and Living Wage increases

Learn more opens checkyourpay.campaign.gov.uk in a new tab

Paternity and Unpaid Parental Leave

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Protective Awards for Collective Redundancy

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Statutory Sick Pay

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Whistleblowing Protections

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