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Newest firstToday · Monday 26 October
- Europe·Research
Survey finds construction sector least prepared for Employment Rights Act changes
A survey by Peninsula found the construction sector is the most unprepared for the UK's Employment Rights Act 2025 reforms, despite 77.8% familiarity with the changes. Only 15% felt completely prepared, while 21.4% cited major or critical concerns about unfair dismissal changes, and 82% had begun preparations. The survey covered 220 senior leaders, 190 business owners and 109 other decision-makers.
Yesterday · Sunday 25 October
- Europe·Research
Nearly 56% of UK businesses feel negative about Employment Rights Act impact
A Peninsula survey found nearly 56% of UK businesses feel negative about the Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA), which takes effect January 1, 2027. 43% of businesses were concerned about hiring risks, rising to 51% among firms with 5-20 employees. A quarter cited unfair dismissal changes as a major or critical risk (44.4% in retail/wholesale). While 73% were familiar with the ERA, only 47% felt prepared, and hospitality was the most negative sector at 89%.