UK Prime Minister announces limits on non-compete clauses; Employment Rights Act implementation timetable updated
Key points
- UK Prime Minister announced restrictions on non-compete clauses in employment contracts
- Employment Rights Act implementation timetable updated
- Consultations launched on employment status and whistleblowing; EAT decision considered whether HR involvement in disciplinary process made dismissal unfair
According to Hogan Lovells Cadwalader's monthly roundup, the UK Prime Minister announced restrictions on non-compete clauses in employment contracts. The Employment Rights Act implementation timetable was subsequently updated, and consultations were launched on employment status and whistleblowing. The roundup also discussed an Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision on whether HR involvement in a disciplinary process made a dismissal unfair. This is for reference only and does not constitute legal advice.
What employers should do
- Monitor the detailed rules and effective date of UK non-compete restrictions and assess existing non-compete clauses in UK employment contracts
- Track the Employment Rights Act implementation timetable and consultation progress on employment status and whistleblowing
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Proposed rule
- Effective date
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- Employers covered
- Employers using employment contracts containing non-compete clauses
- Official source
- Official source pending
Original report: Hogan Lovells Cadwalader ↗Edited with AI assistance. Facts are based on official sources and original reports. For information only; not legal, immigration or insurance advice.