Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to work with (1) trade unions, and (2) businesses, on the implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025.

The Government is undertaking an extensive programme of engagement around implementation of the Employment Rights Act and the broader Plan to Make Work Pay. The Government has committed to delivering employment rights changes in partnership with businesses, trade unions, public sector employers, and civil society.

The reforms are being delivered in phases so that employees and employers have time to plan and prepare.

We will continue working alongside Acas to provide support and guidance to help businesses to get ready, and will continue to consult with businesses, trade unions and civil society to make sure we get the detail right.