Employment Rights Act 2025 – What SME Founders Need to Know
Employment Rights Act 2025 – What SME Founders Need to Know
FREE 90-minute practical seminar | Limited spaces
The biggest shake-up to UK employment law in a generation is already underway.
Most business owners haven't clocked the impact yet. But they will – when it hits their payroll, their probation processes, and their tribunal risk.
This free, in-person seminar cuts through the noise and gives you what you actually need: clarity, deadlines, and an action plan.
What you'll learn
In 90 minutes, you'll get a clear breakdown of what's changing, when it kicks in, and what you need to do about it.
We'll cover:
The 5 biggest changes that directly affect SMEs – and why they matter to your bottom line
Key implementation dates across 2026–2027 so nothing catches you off guard
The 6-month unfair dismissal rule – what it means for probation, performance management, and exits
Day one rights – new entitlements from day one of employment and how to avoid accidental breaches
Statutory Sick Pay changes – lower threshold, new eligibility, and what it means for your absence processes
Harassment and third-party liability – what "all reasonable steps" actually looks like for a small business
The effective end of fire & rehire – and what to do instead when you need to change terms
Common SME mistakes that lead to tribunal claims, settlement payouts, and reputational damage
What makes this different
This is not a legal lecture. It's a practical, founder-friendly session built for people who don't have time to wade through 150 pages of legislation.
You'll leave with:
A clear action plan broken into immediate, medium-term, and 2027 priorities
Practical examples and worked scenarios relevant to businesses like yours
Clarity on what needs fixing now vs what can wait
A realistic view of risk, cost, and commercial trade-offs
Who should attend
SME business owners and founders
MDs and directors responsible for people decisions
Anyone managing staff without an in-house HR function
If you employ people, this session is relevant.
Why attend
It's free
It will save you time, money, and stress
You'll avoid costly mistakes that most SMEs don't see coming
You'll be ahead of the majority of businesses before April 2026 hits
Booking details
Free to attend
Limited spaces – advance booking required
Practical, jargon-free, and founder-focused
This session is about protecting your business while building better people practices – without drowning in policy or panic.
Early preparation = fewer problems later.