Preparing for the six-month unfair dismissal right: What employers need to know

Are your probation periods ready for 2027?

From 1 January 2027, employees will only need six months’ service to bring an unfair dismissal claim, down from two years, with the compensation cap also being removed.

For employers operating six-month probation periods, that’s particularly important. The end of a standard probation period could now fall at the same point an employee gains unfair dismissal rights, leaving less room to address performance concerns or make decisions without a robust process and supporting documentation in place.

FREE guide: Preparing for the six-month unfair dismissal right: What employers need to know.

Our Associate Member, Citation has created this guide to help you get ready. It covers:

·       What’s changing from January 2027 and what it means for employers

·       Why six-month probation periods could carry greater risk

·       The potential impact of notice periods and delayed probation reviews

·       Why regular, documented conversations throughout probation will matter

·       Practical steps you can take now, from reviewing contract wording to training managers

Download the free guide here: https://tinyurl.com/3nt9ybm6 

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