How should rights for zero-hours and similar contracts work?

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The change people are here to shape

Set workable implementation details for rights created by the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Who can actDepartment for Business and Trade

People and groups affected

zero-hours workersagency workersemployerstrade unions

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Jul 16, 2026, 3:56 PM

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