Employment Law Update Webinar 2026
The biggest shake-up to employment law in a generation is well underway, and many of the most significant changes are arriving this autumn and throughout 2027. Join us for a practical, jargon-free update designed specifically for small business owners, managers and anyone responsible for HR or people management.
We'll explain what the latest changes mean in the real world, helping you understand the risks, opportunities and actions your business should be taking now to stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes.
We'll cover:
• The key employment law changes taking effect in October 2026, including strengthened duties to prevent workplace and third-party harassment.
• The extension of Employment Tribunal time limits from three months to six months and what this means for employers.
• Updates on trade union reforms and other changes affecting employers.
• The upcoming unfair dismissal reforms due from January 2027, including the reduction of the qualifying period from two years to six months and the removal of the current compensation cap.
• Future changes affecting casual, zero-hours and agency workers, flexible working, family leave rights and other key developments expected during 2027.
Who should attend?
This session is ideal for:
• Business owners and directors
• SME employers
• Managers with responsibility for staff
• HR professionals and office managers
• Anyone responsible for recruitment, people management or employment compliance
Why attend?
The employment law landscape is changing rapidly. Whether you employ permanent staff, fixed-term employees, casual workers or agency workers, understanding what's coming will help you prepare your contracts, policies, probation processes and management practices before the changes take effect.
Leave with a clear understanding of what is changing, when it is changing, and the practical steps your organisation should be taking now.
Tuesday 13 October 2026 | 10:00am
Free to attend
Don't be scared, be prepared. Join us for this essential employment law update and ensure your business is ready for what's ahead.