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What is the Employment Rights Act?

The Employment Rights Act is a key piece of UK legislation that sets out the fundamental rights of employees and the responsibilities of employers. The new 2025 Act, mentioned in the story, extends the time limit for tribunal claims, showing how laws are updated to reflect changing needs and improve fairness in the workplace.

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England, Wales employees get 6 months for tribunal claims.

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