A solicitor has said businesses with 'strong employment practices' should not fear upcoming changes to employment law.

Rudy Fendlen, head of employment law at Bury-based WHN Solicitors, has advised employers to view the changes as an opportunity to review policies, improve record-keeping and prepare for further reforms.

The Employment Rights Act 2025, which received Royal Assent in December 2025, introduces new measures throughout 2026 and into 2027 intended to strengthen employee protections in the UK.

Mr Fendlen said: "There are important changes to take note of, but I see a passing shower rather than a storm.

"In truth, for businesses that already have strong employment practices in place, the impact is likely to be less than feared."

He emphasised the value of understanding the legislation and taking a “prevention, rather than cure” approach.

Mr Fendlen said: "The businesses best placed to navigate them will be those that understand what is changing, review their policies and procedures accordingly, and address potential problems before they become disputes.

"When claims do arise, good records are often the difference between successfully defending an Employment Tribunal claim and losing one."

The Act is being rolled out in stages, with several measures already in effect.

Since February, trade union rights have been strengthened, and from April, employees became entitled to day-one Statutory Sick Pay, with the 125 per-week lower earnings limit removed.

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