Key changes to ERA 2025 timeline confirmed to take effect on 30 October 2026.

The Department for Business & Trade has released an updated timeline detailing the implementation dates for the Employment Rights Act 2025.

The following key changes are now confirmed to take effect on 30 October 2026:

• The duty to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment.

• Employer liability for the harassment of staff by third parties.

• The obligation to inform workers of their right to join a trade union.

• The union right of access to workplaces 

• Other union-related updates, including freezing the bargaining unit once a recognition application is submitted, new rights for union representatives, and protection against detriment for taking industrial action.

Given the major compliance shifts introduced by these updates, proactive preparation is essential for HR teams and line managers. We offer tailored training sessions designed to help your organisation navigate these new legal obligations seamlessly before the October deadline. To find out more about a bespoke package for you team, contact us via hello@starfordlegalhr.com