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The Employment Bill: the ban on zero-hours contracts – part 2

The Employment Bill: the ban on zero-hours contracts – part 2

Update: 2025-02-20
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News stories have circulated suggesting the PM is under pressure to “tear up” the new Employment Bill. That's unlikely to happen, but we may see some changes, further consultations, and secondary legislation.

Our latest podcast provides an update on these changes, and looks into the three new rights created by that Bill that will affect workers on low-hours or zero-hours contracts.

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The Employment Bill: the ban on zero-hours contracts – part 2

The Employment Bill: the ban on zero-hours contracts – part 2