Employment Rights Bill resumes Lords committee stage on Tuesday 13 May

Employment Rights Bill 2025 — What Employers Need to Know

The UK’s Employment Rights Bill has now reached the committee stage in Parliament (April 2025), marking a crucial phase in the government’s plan to modernise workplace protections and strengthen employment rights.

Employment Rights Bill resumes Lords committee stage – UK Parliament

At Craven, we’re committed to keeping you updated on key legislative changes — so here’s a practical overview of what this Bill means for employers.


What’s in the Employment Rights Bill?

This major piece of legislation is designed to:

  • Improve job security and working conditions

  • Enhance rights for workers, including those in flexible and gig economy roles

  • Simplify and strengthen holiday pay and family leave rules

  • Boost enforcement powers for tribunals and regulators


Current Status: Committee Stage

The Bill is now in the committee stage — where:

  • MPs closely examine the Bill’s wording

  • Stakeholders can submit evidence and feedback

  • Amendments may be proposed before it moves to the next parliamentary stage

This stage will shape how the Bill will ultimately impact businesses when passed.


Proposed changes

Members speaking on day two of committee stage have put forward amendments (changes) on subjects including:

  • Statutory sick pay
  • Parental, foster care and kinship leave
  • Definition of harassment
  • Unfair dismissal
  • Whistleblowing.

Explore Our Introductory Guide

We’ve prepared an introductory guide to the Employment Rights Bill 2024 to help you get ahead of these changes.
👉 Read the guide here: Explore our introductory guide

This guide breaks down the key proposals in plain language and gives you a practical roadmap to start preparing.


What Can You Do Now?

While the Bill isn’t law yet, proactive businesses can:
✅ Stay informed as the Bill progresses
✅ Review flexible working policies and employment contracts
✅ Check family leave and holiday pay arrangements
✅ Strengthen internal communication with employees


How Craven Can Support You

We’re ready to help you:

  • Review and update contracts, policies, and handbooks

  • Provide tailored advice on flexible working and family leave

  • Keep your team informed and your business compliant


📞 Get in Touch

Have questions or need help preparing?
Contact Dee our HR Business Partner today at [email protected] or 07852151113  — we’re here to protect and support your business.


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