Unfair dismissal update: Preparing for the Employment Rights Act

Laura Claridge (Head of Employment, CWJ) briefs HR professionals on unfair dismissals and upcoming changes - practical takeaways and Q&A.
About this Event

Any employee who has six months service from 1 January 2027 will gain unfair dismissal rights so the upcoming Employment Rights Act reforms will impact on decisions and actions being taken now.

Join us for this unfair dismissal update to get ahead of the changes where Laura will talk through what the new regime means in practice.

What we'll cover:

• How to dismiss fairly;
• Recap of the ERA 2025 changes to unfair dismissal;
• Recruitment and probation periods;
• Risks and pitfalls

Timings

12:30-13:00 - Arrival, buffet

13:00-14:00 - Session begins

14:00 - End and depart

About the speaker

Laura Claridge, Partner & Head of Employment, Clarkson Wright & Jakes (CWJ)

Laura advises on all aspects of employment law and HR issues, from day‑to‑day workplace matters (grievances, disciplinaries, sickness, contracts and handbooks) through to Employment Tribunal claims. Litigation experience includes unfair and wrongful dismissal, whistleblowing and discrimination. Ranked in Chambers & Partners (UK 2025). Member of the Employment Lawyers Association and an Affiliate member of the CIPD.

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