15.08.24

Alongside fellow business leaders, and trade union representatives, Make UK CEO Stephen Phipson met yesterday with Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds to share members’ views on the Government's new plans to Make Work Pay.

Stephen ensured the voices of manufacturers were heard, by:

• Highlighting the proposals within the plans which do have the support of a significant number of members.
• Stressing the need for flexibility for employers as well as employees.
• Asking for industry to be reassured about the potential cost burden on the package of measures.
• Reminding Government that businesses need to be consulted on the finer details of the Employment Rights Bill and wider plans.

The Employment Rights Bill (set to be introduced within Labour’s first 100 days in power) is an integral part of the Make Work Pay plans, and firms have already started planning to make adjustments ahead of the likely new rules it will introduce.

For example:

• 22% of Make UK members told us that they plan to increase spending on training for HR and other staff following the new day one right to protection from unfair dismissal.
• 42% will introduce new policies and procedures after the removal of the three day wait for Statutory Sick Pay.
• 21% are planning to increase spending on external HR/ legal/ compliance after the extension of employment tribunal claim time limits.

As employers prepare for the new legislation, Make UK will be on hand to provide expert advice on all things HR and employment law. Find out more about how we can help your business here.