The Government consultation explores regulation of workplace monitoring technologies, with proposals aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability and worker engagement.
At a Glance
- On July 8, 2026, the UK Government launched a new consultation on the use of workplace monitoring technologies (WMT), with responses due by September 30, 2026.
- The consultation seeks views on how WMT is currently used, how decisions are made and whether further intervention is needed in respect of WMT. In particular, it puts forward three possible regulatory options for intervention: (i) a statutory code of practice supported by guidance; (ii) a new legislative duty to consult and negotiate with trade unions or elected staff representatives before introducing WMT; or (iii) non-statutory guidance alone.
- How this impacts employers will depend on where the Government lands on the details. Businesses may want to understand how the proposals could affect their use and adoption of WMT and may wish to consider responding to the consultation.
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