Proposed employment law changes under the new Labour Government

The UK Labour Government intends to change multiple measures around employment law. The right to claim unfair dismissal from day one of employment, earlier access to certain parental rights, the removal of qualification periods for statutory sick pay and the right to disconnect are a few examples.   

Labour list their intended and far-reaching reforms in the field of employment law in the 'Plan to Make Work Pay'. A vow to deliver many of these proposals is expected to be seen in the form of a draft Employment Rights Bill before the end of October 2024. 

The table below acts as a means for people professionals to track the progress of relevant and notable pledges. The information is then coupled up with insight and guidance from the CIPD, to help organisations to prepare ahead of time. 

The table will be updated as Labour's plans progress. Log in below to bookmark the page and stay ahead of the stages of Labour's proposals. The CIPD also provides news updates of our work alongside UK Government in this area, and all employment law changes are shared in the employment law timetable.