The government’s latest Employment Rights Bill reduces the unfair dismissal qualifying period from 2 years to 6 months. A major shift that should prompt employers to overhaul probation, onboarding and early-stage management before the new rules arrive.

New parents now have legal support when their newborn needs medical care - but is your workplace ready? Explore the implications of the April 2025 neonatal care leave law and how it could impact your HR policies.