UK government consults on employment status reform, proposing changes to three-tier system
Key points
- The UK Government launched a consultation on employment status reform on 14 October 2026
- It proposes changes to the three-tier system of employee, limb (b) worker and self-employed
- The proposals remain at consultation stage
The UK Government launched a consultation on 14 October 2026, titled Make Work Pay: employment status reform and protections for the self-employed. It proposes changes to the three-tier system (employee, limb (b) worker, self-employed) and other procedural changes. The proposals remain at consultation stage. For reference only, not legal advice.
What employers should do
- If you have UK employees or contractors, follow the consultation and review current worker classifications
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Open for comment
- Effective date
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- Employers covered
- UK employers
- Official source
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Original report: Littler Mendelson P.C. ↗Edited with AI assistance. Facts are based on official sources and original reports. For information only; not legal, immigration or insurance advice.