Unfair Dismissal Changes in 2027: Why Employers Need to Act Now

From 1 January 2027, one of the most significant changes to employment law in years will take effect, giving employees protection against ordinary unfair dismissal after just six months of service, rather than two years. For employers across Cumbria, this could fundamentally change how they manage new employees, probation periods and performance concerns.

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