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The Government has confirmed a significant change to one of the most talked about proposals in the new Employment Rights Bill. Plans to introduce day one protection from unfair dismissal have now been scaled back, with ministers announcing a six month qualifying period instead.

Whilst the long awaited, much talked about - Employment Rights Bill (ERB) is currently passing back and forth between the Commons and the Lords pending further amendments and recommendations – UK businesses are leaving nothing to chance.

The Parliamentary “ping-pong” over the Employment Rights Bill has continued this week, with several key elements of the legislation once again returned to the House of Commons following further scrutiny by the House of Lords.

The highly anticipated debate yesterday in the House of Lords on the Employment Rights Bill did not result in it being passed! The Employment Rights Bill is to return to the House of Commons after the Lords insist on a six-month unfair dismissal qualifying period - not day 1 unfair dismissal rights.

The Living Wage Foundation has announced 2025–26 rate increases, with new UK and London pay levels reflecting rising living costs. Learn what’s changing and how it compares to the National Minimum Wage.

At Cubed Talent, we believe that well-being isn’t just a conversation, it’s a commitment. In October, we celebrated World Mental Health Day by shining a light on the ways our team members look after their own mental health. From long walks on the moors and quiet moments with a good book, to running, painting, and simply taking a deep breath, everyone has their own way to recharge and reset.