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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 16 December 2025

Debate

Employment Rights Bill

Contribution

I reiterate the commitments I made from the Dispatch Box last week. The Government will publish an enactment impact assessment as soon as the Bill achieves Royal Assent and before commencement regulations on the unfair dismissal package are brought to Parliament. This assessment will be public and will include an assessment of the impact of removing the compensation cap. We will also convene meetings early in the new year so that stakeholders can share their views on the impact of this measure. Based on the outcomes of these discussions, I can confirm that the Government will consider what additional dedicated support or guidance might be appropriate as we implement these measures.

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