17 minutes | Wednesday, 26 November 2025
In this episode of Law for Life, we sit down with employment law solicitor Georgia Harris from Franklins Solicitors for a clear, comprehensive look at one of the biggest legal shake-ups in decades: the Employment Rights Bill. As the bill reaches its final stages in Parliament, Georgia breaks down exactly what employers and employees need to know before the new rules come into force.
Georgia explains how the proposed legislation will overhaul existing employment law, from day-one rights for unfair dismissal to sweeping changes in statutory sick pay, family-friendly rights, and protection around maternity, paternity and parental leave. She outlines what these changes mean in practical terms, why businesses need to start preparing now, and how contracts, policies and staff handbooks may need a complete refresh.
We also explore the wider political background, including how the bill emerged from Labour’s manifesto and why it is considered one of the most significant updates to UK employment law in decades. Georgia offers valuable guidance for businesses navigating this transition period and highlights how Franklin’s can support employers with contract reviews, policy updates and legal clarity during the rollout.
Whether you're an employer trying to stay compliant or an employee wanting to understand your new rights, this episode gives you the essential insight you need before the reforms arrive in 2026 and 2027.
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