On Tuesday 4 March, the Government tabled amendments to the Employment Right Bill, following weeks of engagement and consultation with business, trade unions and wider civil society. The amendments carefully consider different views and needs of workers, businesses and the whole economy and looks to deliver measures that support the mutual interests required to drive a growing, modern economy.
The Employment Rights Bill will now enter Report Stage in the House of Commons on Tuesday 11 March, when the amendments will be discussed and debated by MPs.
The Government remains committed to continuing to work in partnership with business, trade unions and wider civil society as the Bill continues its passage through Parliament.
For more information about today’s announcement, please see:
- DBT Press Release
- Written Ministerial Statements
- Collection of Make Work Pay Consultation Outcomes
- Employment Rights Bill: Impact Assessments - Guidance
Amendments are due to be published later this evening (4/3/25) and Luiza will update the HR Community as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Luiza via email: Luiza.Gomes@brc.org.uk.
