The Act received Royal Assent in December 2025 and introduces wide-ranging reforms to UK employment law. Most measures will be implemented in phases across 2026 and 2027.Please note: most of these changes are not yet in force. Day‑to‑day decisions must continue to be taken in line with the law as it currently stands. The information below is based on the Act as passed and current government announcements and may be subject to change before implementation.
Key trade union changes currently expected from 18 February 2026
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