The government has published an implementation timetable for the Employment Rights Bill. The Bill is expected to receive Royal Assent in September 2025 but many of its provisions will not come into force until Autumn 2026 and beyond, including the 'day 1' right to claim unfair dismissal which will come into force in 2027. Late 2025 and early 2026 will see extensive consultation on the detail of regulations supplementing the Bill.
Various government amendments to the Bill have been published, including significant restrictions on non-disclosure agreements related to workplace harassment or discrimination. Separately, the government has also launched a review of all parental leave and pay entitlements.
Japan has taken a significant step toward strengthening protections for whistleblowers with the passage of the 2025 Amendment to the Whistleblower Protection Act. Enacted in June 2025, the revised law is expected to come into force before 2027. The amendment aims to address long-standing concerns about the effectiveness of whistleblower protections. It introduces new enforcement mechanisms, including criminal penalties for retaliatory action; expands the scope of protected individuals; and seeks to...
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