A New Era for Unfair Dismissal | The Employment Rights Act Reforms Explained

How Will the New Unfair Dismissal Regime Transform Employment Tribunal Claims for Employers and Employees?In this episode of The BDBF Podcast: News and Insights for the Employment Law Community, partners Claire Dawson and Paula Chan examine the sweeping reforms to unfair dismissal law coming into force on 1 January 2027 under the Employment Rights Act.Moving beyond the headlines, Claire and Paula unpack how shorter qualifying periods and uncapped compensation will affect unfair dismissal litigation, and what these changes mean in practice for the employment tribunal system.Listeners will gain insights into:How the new unfair dismissal framework will operate The anticipated rise in employment tribunal claims The implications of removing the unfair dismissal compensation capHow employers’ settlement strategies may need to adaptThe broader consequences for the tribunal system and public sector employers\As the UK employment law landscape prepares for its most substantial transformation in decades, this episode is essential listening for employers, HR professionals and employment lawyers navigating a new and uncertain era in unfair dismissal law.Disclaimer: Views of external guest speakers do not represent those of BDBF.Contact BDBFThank you for tuning in toThe BDBF Podcast: News and Insights for the Employment Law Community, where we dive into practical guidance, expert analysis, and updates on employment law developments.For more behind-the-scenes content, exclusive events, and expert insights, please visit our website or follow us on your favourite social platform.We’d love to hear from you, particularly with feedback on the Podcast and requests for topics to cover in future episodes.  Drop us a line [email protected] Find out more:Website: www.bdbf.co.uk/Email: [email protected]: +44(0)20 3828 0350Connect with us:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/brahams-dutt-badrick-french-llp/Facebook: www.facebook.com/BDBFLLP/Sign up to our newsletter:www.bdbf.co.uk/newsletter-signup/Guest InfoClaire Dawsonlinkedin.com/in/claire-dawson/Recognised leader in the field of employment law. Ranked in Band 1 as a leading individual for Employment: Senior Executive in Chambers UK 2025 and a Leading Partner for Employment: Senior Executives in Legal 500 UK 2026Paula Chanlinkedin.com/in/paulachan/Ranked Band 1 by Chambers 2026 for Employment: Senior Executives and recognised as a leading partner by Legal 500 2026, specialist employment lawyer Paula Chan advises individuals, partners and employers. She has experience in high-profile employee and partner exits and significant disputes involving whistleblowing, breach of contract and discrimination.