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There is a potential small business angle worth reflecting on here. Smaller employers may argue that longer notice periods are sometimes necessary due to limited staffing flexibility. For them, losing a team member without sufficient time to recruit or hand over duties can be disruptive. On the other hand, smaller businesses often struggle to compete on salary and benefits, and a degree of flexibility in managing exits can help them attract and retain staff. From that perspective, my noble friend’s amendment could arguably encourage more equitable practices around exit arrangements, without preventing employers enforcing notice periods altogether.