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Date

11 March, 2026
9am - 12pm

Where

Little Channels, Pratts Farm Lane West, Little Waltham, Essex, CM3 3PR

Speaker
Julie Temple
Job Title
Employment Solicitor and Partner
Organisation
Knights

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The Employment Rights Bill has been passed, with implementation already underway and key measures coming into effect from spring 2026.

Julie Temple, Employment Solicitor and Partner at Knights, will provide an overview of the latest developments in employment law through a presentation, interactive quiz and Q&A session.

What to expect

A range of topics will be covered, including:

  • Multiple new day-one rights such as statutory sick pay, paternity leave, unpaid parental leave, flexible working and from 2027, unfair dismissal.

  • Protections strengthening maternity rights and sexual harassment duties.

  • The extension of tribunal time limits and the introduction of statutory bereavement leave.

  • Further reforms including guaranteed hours for zero-hours workers, enhanced trade union access, fire and rehire restrictions and increasing protective awards.

Matt White, Regional Managing Director at Reed, will also deliver a segment on Reed Screening.

Why attend?

  • Gain practical insights into major reforms, brought by the Employment Rights Act 2025, from legal expert Julie Temple through an interactive quiz, presentation, and Q&A session.

  • Ensure you feel confident to review policies, contracts and workforce practices, improve training, and ensure HR is central to business decisions.

  • Network with peers and share best practice.

Speaker bio

Julie Temple, Employment Solicitor and Partner, Knights

Julie advises commercial clients on a wide range of employment and HR matters, including holiday pay, GDPR, restrictive covenants, senior management exits, and complex unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. Known for her clear, tailored advice and practical approach, she is trusted by businesses across sectors, including education, to resolve sensitive workplace issues.

Julie is an affiliate member and Vice-Chair of her local CIPD branch, a trustee of the Ron Shepherd Trust supporting CIPD students, and a governor at St Margaret’s Church of England Primary School. Julie is also a qualified mental health first aider, reflecting her commitment to wellbeing in the workplace.