The Employment Rights Act 2025: new rules to the fire and rehire process

Key Points

• This paper outlines the upcoming changes to the rules governing the fire and rehire process in employment law.
• Overview of the Employment Rights Act 2025 provisions
• Comparison with previous legislation
• Analysis of the implications for employees and employers
• Introduction of stricter criteria for dismissals
• Enhanced protections for workers during re-engagement processes
• Clearer guidelines for employers on compliance

Abstract