Employment Rights Act 2025: What SME leaders need to know now

The Employment Rights Act came into force on 18 December 2025, with its provisions being implemented in stages through to 2027. It represents one of the most significant reforms to UK workplace legislation in recent years, with wide-ranging implications for hiring decisions, probation management, flexible working, workforce planning, and how you safeguard your business as it grows.

Join this session, delivered by Loch – a team of specialists providing Legal, People and Advisory support to organisations across the UK – will help you understand your responsibilities and identify the practical steps you should be taking now to prepare for the changes introduced by the Act.

The session will cover:

• The key changes introduced by the Employment Rights Act and what they mean for your business.
• How these reforms will impact hiring, probation, flexible working, and workforce planning.
• Practical steps you can take immediately to stay compliant and safeguard your organisation ahead of further implementation through to 2027.

our Speakers

Lauren McLaughlin Partner and Employment Solicitor, Loch Associates Group

Victoria Regan Partner and Employment Solicitor, Loch Associates Group

Laura Acosta Senior Training and Wellbeing Consultant, Loch Associates Group