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The Global Guide Quarterly is designed to provide high-level coverage of recent labour and employment law developments.

Littler Global Guide – United Kingdom – Q4 2025

January 29, 2026
5 min read

Strengthened rights to paternity leave in cases of bereavement were introduced in 2025, with more changes expected in 2026.

Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave

January 29, 2026
5 min read

The EU's decision to extend the UK's data adequacy means that data can continue to flow between European-based entities and the UK.

EU Extends UK Data Adequacy: What Employers Need to Know

January 29, 2026
3 min read

Following the dramatic finale of The Traitors UK, the press and internet are asking "why are people of colour disproportionally likely to be banished?"

Banishing the Bias: What Can The Traitors Teach Us About Discrimination?

January 29, 2026
3 min read

Employers face uncertainty in navigating the provision of single-sex facilities in the workplace.

Single-Sex Facilities in the Workplace: A Complex Legal Picture

January 29, 2026
5 min read

What key changes can employers expect from the ERA 2025 in the first months of 2026?

Looking Forward to 2026: First Changes Under the Employment Rights Act 2025

January 29, 2026
10 min read

The Employment Rights Bill has successfully completed its final stages in Parliament, receiving Royal Assent on 18 December 2025 to become the Employment Rights Act 2025.

The Employment Rights Bill Has Passed – Preparation Starts Here!

December 16, 2025
10 min read

The Government has published a working paper seeking views on options for reform of post-employment non-compete clauses.

A Case for Reform? New Working Paper on Non-Compete Clauses Published

December 18, 2025
10 min read

How will Mr and Mrs Clause navigate the changing employment law landscape this Christmas?

Santa Confronts Compliance – Cautionary Tales from the North Pole

December 18, 2025
3 min read

As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on some of the key legal developments this year.

2025 Employment Law Round Up

December 18, 2025
10 min read

The Employment Rights Bill made it close but failed to pass the House of Lords on 10 December 2025.

The Employment Rights Bill – Back to Ping Pong – But Close to the End?

December 12, 2025
3 min read

The Government has introduced an amendment to the ERB which removes its plans for day one unfair dismissal rights.

UK Government Drops Day One Unfair Dismissal Rights from Employment Rights Bill

December 3, 2025
3 min read

The key points that will impact employers from the Autumn Budget.

Autumn Budget 2025

November 27, 2025
3 min read

The ERB is yet to pass, however, the Government has launched three consultations on aspects of trade union reforms.

Trade Union Reforms: What the Employment Rights Bill and Three New Consultations Mean for Employers and Unions

November 27, 2025
10 min read

The UK Government has announced a consultation on extending right to work checks.

Employers Invited to Respond to Right to Work Consultation as Part of Ongoing Changes

November 27, 2025
10 min read

The Government's consultation on bereavement leave and review for unpaid carers.

Employment Rights Bill: Recent Developments in Respect of Family Friendly Rights

November 27, 2025
5 min read

Important changes may be on the horizon for UK employers regarding the protection afforded to pregnant women and new mothers from dismissal.

The Employment Rights Bill – Enhanced Protections for Pregnant Women and New Mothers

November 27, 2025
5 min read

Upcoming reforms are adding to employment lawyers workload as multinationals navigate the changes.

Global Reforms are Increasing Workload for European Employment Lawyers

November 25, 2025
1 min read

Our recent report highlights how prepared European employers are for upcoming AI and PTD changes.

Are European Employers Prepared for the PTD and AI Reforms?

November 25, 2025
1 min read

We are delighted to announce that we have been ranked in The Times Best Law Firms 2026.

We Have Been Ranked in the Times Best Law Firms 2026

November 18, 2025
1 min read

From 1 December, the ACAS early conciliation period will increase to 12 weeks.

More Time to Talk: From 1 December 2025, ACAS Early Conciliation Period to Double

November 18, 2025
3 min read

UK employers became legally obliged to take steps to prevent sexual harassment one year ago.

One Year On: Prevention of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

November 12, 2025
1 min read

Under the new Trump administration, multinational employers are no longer preparing for change—they are operating in it.

A Trump-Era Guide for European Employers

November 7, 2025
5 min read

After 30 November 2025, HR1 forms must be submitted using online form.

Online HR1 Submission Mandatory from 1 December 2025

October 30, 2025
3 min read