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What key changes can employers expect from the ERA 2025 in October 2026?

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October 2026 Changes Under the UK Employment Rights Act 2025: Are You Ready?

What key changes can employers expect from the ERA 2025 in October 2026?

By Stephanie Compson and Emily Bodger

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We previously published an article looking at the Autumn 2026 reforms, this article includes an updated overview of those upcoming changes.

The next phase of significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act 2025 (‘ERA 2025’) is coming into effect in October 2026, which includes the introduction of wide-ranging trade union provisions, enhanced duties on employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace and potential liability for harassment by third parties.

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