The British government launched a public consultation on 26 February regarding new protections for workers against "detriment" related to industrial action, scheduled to take effect in October 2026. Stakeholders are invited to share their views on the nature of the prohibited reprisals by 23 April. The feedback will inform the drafting of regulations expected to be presented by October 2026.
In the United Kingdom, the implementation of employment rights legislation is taking shape. A public consultation, opened on 26 February by the Department for Business and Trade, invites trade unions, employers, and employees to weigh in on the “detrimental treatment” related to industrial action that will henceforth be prohibited. This measure, due to come into force in October 2026, aims to bridge a legislative gap highlighted in April 2024 by a Supreme Court judgment (Mercer case). Until now
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Nathalie Tran
Editor-in-Chief Mind HR