The most significant changes all employers should be planning for are the changes to the unfair dismissal rules, which will dramatically alter the landscape for tribunal claims. FG Solicitors Employment Team can help you prepare for these changes and the Employment Rights Act 2025 in general. We can create more certainty and help you manage the legal risks with our business focused impact assessment, policy and contracts review, manager training and assistance with disputes.

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (the “Act”) came into force on 1 May 2026 and represents a significant reform of the private rented sector in England. It introduces a comprehensive restructuring of residential tenancy law by amending the Housing Act 1988 and establishing a more regulated framework governing the relationship between landlords and tenants. The legislative objective is to enhance tenant security, improve transparency, and introduce consistency across the private re

This quarter, we’ve identified numerous business challenges, ranging from the new identity verification requirements for Companies House to the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. However, many more changes are on the horizon. To keep you updated, this issue outlines some of the crucial upcoming updates that businesses should consider as we approach the new financial year.

Unfair dismissal law in the UK is undergoing some of the most significant changes in decades. Employers are facing higher financial exposure from April 2026 and greater litigation risk, coupled with a complete overhaul of qualifying periods and compensation caps from January 2027. These changes sit within the context that tribunal claims are on a steady increase.

From 06 April 2026 the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rates will increase. In 2025, workplace sickness absence rates continued to be a significant concern for employers whilst also placing ongoing pressure on them to maintain productivity, manage finances and ensure proper workforce planning.

Q: What should a landlord consider when preparing to grant a lease of commercial premises?