Preparing for new changes to employee rights

Workplace rights are changing from February 2026. These reforms have been developed in partnership with businesses and are designed to support a productive, fair economy that works for employers and employees alike.

Changes are being introduced gradually, giving you time to prepare. This site provides step-by-step guidance, practical tools and access to expert support to help your business get ready.

Find out what's changing and check what applies to your business

National Minimum and Living Wage increases

The National Minimum and Living Wage rates will increase on 1 April 2026.

Find out more information about the changes and actions to takeopens checkyourpay.campaign.gov.uk in a new tab.

Access additional guidance

Register for the Department for Business and Trade's Business Academy webinar on Employment Rights Act 2025: Key measures and employer actions (31st March).

Register for the Department for Business and Trade's Business Academy webinar on Employment Rights Act 2025: Key measures and employer actions (23rd April).

Acasopens www.acas.org.uk in a new tab provides employers and employees with free, impartial advice on workplace rights, rules and best practice. Watch the free employments right act webinar below from Acas which outlines key measures and employer actions.

Implementation timelines were accurate as of time of webinar recording. For the most up-to-date timelines, see hereopens eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com in a new tab.

Acas also provides a range of free webinars and training which can be accessed here.opens www.acas.org.uk in a new tab