The Bellevue Brief

In this episode of The Bellevue Brief, Susanne Hartigan, Head of Legal Practice, and Associate Anjali Malik unpack the key trade union reforms introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025. They explain what the changes mean in practice for employers, including new duties to inform workers of their right to join a union, expanded rights for trade unions to access workplaces, and a simplified statutory recognition process. With many reforms coming into force through 2026, the discussion focuses on the practical implications for both unionised and non‑unionised employers, particularly SMEs, and the proactive steps organisations should be considering now to stay compliant and manage employee relations effectively.