ALT An infographic from Acas highlighting Employment Rights Act changes effective from 6 April 2026. Key changes include doubling the paternity leave allowance, incorporating parental leave from day one at work, adding whistleblowing protection to address sexual harassment, removing the Lower Earnings Limit for Statutory Sick Pay, simplifying trade union recognition, and updating Fair Work Agency rights. Visit acas.org.uk for more details.

ALT Photo of Clare Chapman OBE

ALT An image of Acas Chief Executive Niall Mackenzie with text reading: Consultation on ending one-sided flexibility: reforms of zero hours and similar contracts, features the following quote: "These reforms aim to end irresponsible use of zero hours contracts, with guaranteed hours for workers to help give them financial stability and security. Some workers may value the flexibility of a zero hours contract if they are being used fairly and responsibly and this consultation aims to get this balance right. "

ALT The image shows three people cheering while sitting on a couch, one holding a football. The left side has a green background with a quote about the importance of managing workplace staffing during the World Cup, attributed to Susan McGuigan, Acas Head of Workplace Advice. The Acas logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT An image of Kevin Rowan Director of Dispute Resolution at Acas is positioned next to a quote which reads: "The results of our poll reveal that a third of businesses are considering redundancies by the start of next year. Organisations should look at all possible alternatives to redundancies first, but if employers conclude they have no choice, then they have legal requirements they must follow. This means they must consult with staff early to seek their views, or risk being subject to a costly legal process."

ALT A person wearing a high-visibility vest and holding a helmet wipes their forehead. The text reads "Working in hot weather." The ACAS logo and tagline "working for everyone" are displayed.

ALT A colorful announcement for Acas May Bank Holiday helpline hours. It states: "22 May: 8am-6pm, 25 May: Closed, 26 May: 8am-6pm." A note mentions, "The Acas helpline is closed on weekends." The background is blue with clouds, and a border of flowers decorates the bottom.

ALT A smartphone displays a text conversation about feeling overwhelmed and unsure. The image promotes "Mental Health Awareness Week." The Acas logo is at the bottom, with the slogan "working for everyone.

ALT The image shows a notice for Acas helpline opening hours during May Bank Holiday. It states: "4 May - Closed, 5 May - 8am-6pm, 6 May - 8am-6pm." At the bottom, it says, "The Acas helpline is closed on weekends." The design features a blue background with clouds and colorful flowers.

ALT A colorful flyer with a blue background features an "Easter Bank Holiday Helpline Opening Hours" schedule. It shows that on April 2nd and April 7th, the helpline is open from 8am to 6pm, while it is closed from April 3rd to April 6th. The flyer includes Easter egg decorations at the bottom and the ACAS logo at the top left.

ALT This image features an image of Baroness Maggie Jones the new Acas Chair. A quote reads: "We are at a watershed moment as the Employment Rights Act comes into force. My focus will be ensuring that Acas continues to help realise the human and economic benefits of renewed workplace relations." Text below reads: "Baroness Maggie Jones, Acas Chair." The Acas logo and tagline, "working for everyone," are at the bottom right.

ALT An individual holds a sticky note on a glass wall while another observes, in a modern office setting. A person in the background works at a desk. The text on a green banner reads: "Prepare for Statutory Sick Pay changes. Prepare your business at business.gov.uk/employment-changes." The UK government logo is in the top left corner.

ALT This image is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Six from the best." It features advice on handling workplace disputes, attributed to a chief conciliator at Acas. The text offers insights on how to avoid people unwilling to solve issues, manage disrespect, and effectively communicate. The Acas logo and slogan, "working for everyone," are displayed at the top left.

ALT A group of people sit around a table in a casual cafe setting. A person stands at the table holding a payment device. On the right, a green banner reads: "Get ahead of employment rights changes. Prepare your business at business.gov.uk/employment-changes." The UK government logo is in the top left corner.