Breakfast Networking Event: Employment Rights Bill Update with Jane Rawlins
Join us on Monday, 1st December at 8 am at Governor's House Cafe & Deli for a relaxed, friendly breakfast networking session with employment law expert Jane Rawlins. She'll share a clear, down-to-earth update on the Employment Rights Bill and what it means for employers across the UK.
Expect a warm Governor's welcome, great coffee, and practical insight alongside time to meet fellow local businesses.
More Than Just Another Legal Update
Let's be honest – These aren't minor tweaks to existing rules. We're talking about some of the most substantial changes to employment legislation in decades, and they're coming whether we're ready or not.
Jane's approach cuts through the legal jargon and scaremongering that's been swirling around. Instead of dense legal speak, you'll get a down-to-earth, factual presentation that actually makes sense. Think of it as employment law explained over a proper breakfast, with plenty of time for the questions that are really keeping you up at night.
What's Actually Changing?
You've probably heard whispers about the Employment Rights Bill, but let's break down what's actually happening and when. The changes are rolling out in stages, which gives businesses time to prepare – if they know what's coming.
April 2026 brings the first wave of changes. This includes modifications to how Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is handled – something that affects virtually every employer, regardless of size. Alongside this, we'll see the introduction of day-one rights to paternity leave and unpaid parental leave. Gone are the days of waiting periods for these fundamental family rights.
October 2026 sees the introduction of the ban on 'fire and rehire' practices. You may think this doesn’t affect you because you’d never rely on it, but actually, this piece of legislation change will have implications for all businesses, and you do need to prepare.
Looking ahead to 2027, we're facing some of the most significant changes to unfair dismissal legislation we've seen. While the full details are still emerging, the implications for how businesses manage employee relations and potential dismissals will be substantial.
What to Expect on the Day
Doors open at 8 am. Expect a warm Governor's welcome, great coffee and relaxed networking.
Jane's session will be conversational and practical. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion.
Join Us for Breakfast and Insights
Monday 1st December, 8 am at Governor's House Cafe & Deli, Newark. Friendly atmosphere, great coffee and practical guidance from Jane Rawlins.
Book your place on our Booking page or pop into the café. We can't wait to welcome you.