# Event Details - **Event Name**: Employment law changes: Significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (+01:00) - **Event Description**: The Employment Rights Bill 2025 marks one of the most significant updates to UK employment law in recent years.About this EventAfter months of speculation and some surprising amendments, details of the most profound employment law changes in a generation have now been confirmed.The Employment Law & HR Team at Hay & Kilner will guide you through the significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act. In particular, through their unique roleplay scenarios, we will explore:changes to the law on unfair dismissal, how it will work and what organisations need to be aware ofbest practice under the new regime and the steps organisations can take to prepareincreased risks in the employment tribunalThe team at Hay and Kilner will also provide details of other key developments including reforms to sick pay, flexible working, union recognition and zero-hour contracts.There will be an opportunity for open Q&A / feedback as well during this session.This session will be held at the offices of Hay & Kilner LLP, The Lumen, St James’ Boulevard, Newcastle Helix, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 5BZThere will be a further session in Sunderland imminently, should members not be able to attend this specific session.What do I wear to a Chamber event: We don’t have a dress code, but we suggest dressing as if meeting new clients. Your comfort is key.Behaviour and conduct: our events create an inclusive space for individuals and organisations to meet, where we expect all our attendees to behave with courtesy and respect, to both each other and Chamber colleagues. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/6703f520-1a04-11f1-9e27-61f09d4cb8ea-rimg-w1200-h432-dc000000-gmir.png - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newcastle-upon-tyne/employment-law-changes-significant-reforms-under-the-employment-rights-act/100001984033410339 - **Event Categories**: Meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Newcastle upon Tyne - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Hay & Kilner - **lat**: 54.9719079 - **long**: -1.6230321 - **full address**: Hay & Kilner, Saint James' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Employment law changes: Significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/be677c2724da2b446eb9ef28493334983921cf3e59a425b259a22eb5c3637432-rimg-w1200-h600-dc013247-gmir.jpg?v=1772874220 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Employment law changes: Significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act being held? - **A:** Employment law changes: Significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act takes place on Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am to Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am at Hay & Kilner, Saint James' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Employment law changes: Significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act? - **A:** Employment law changes: Significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act is organized by North East England Chamber of Commerce. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Employment law changes: Significant reforms under the Employment Rights Act is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newcastle upon Tyne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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