Employment Rights Act 2025, AI and the future workplace: a practical conference
16 April 2026 09:45 - 14:00
HCR Wright Hassall, Olympus Avenue, Royal Leamington Spa, CV34 6BF
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The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) introduces the most significant update to workplace protections in over a decade. At the same time, organisations are adapting to fast‑developing workplace technologies, new expectations of flexibility and the increasing use of AI in day‑to‑day decision‑making.
This practical conference is designed for anyone responsible for people, policy, compliance or organisational change. Through expert-led briefings, real‑world examples and interactive breakouts, you’ll gain clarity on the new legislation, understand how AI is shifting workplace practice and leave with tools to strengthen processes and prepare your organisation for the year ahead.
Agenda
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9.45am - 10.00am |
Arrival and networking |
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10.00am - 10.05am |
Welcome and introduction |
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10.05 - 10.30am |
The new employment landscape: HR and legal readiness for the Employment Rights Act 2025 with Guy Hollebon, Legal Director, Adam Morris, Associate and Sarah Price, Associate |
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10.30am - 10.45am |
Tea and coffee break |
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10.45am - 11.30am |
Breakout sessions for attendees (please select your session when booking): - Preventing sexual harassment in the workplace with Guy Hollebon and Sarah Price - Beyond the tick-box: whistleblowing compliance and building a real speak-up culture with Ben Stanton, Partner and Adam Morris |
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11.30am - 12.00pm |
Morning insights: your questions answered - Q&A session with our expert team |
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12.00pm - 12.45pm |
Lunch and networking |
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12.45pm - 1.30pm |
How to investigate grievances fairly and objectively when AI is at play with Claire Tait, Partner, HCR Law and Stephanie Hallett of HCR Law |
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1.30pm - 2.00pm |
HR meets AI: policies, pitfalls and practical guardrails panel discussion Chair Claire Tait, Partner, HCR Law Panellists Simon Drinkwater, Founder, Vantor Advisory – Your Trusted Conscience for the AI-era Birju Pujara, Founder and CEO of Profile Health Danny Leitch, Managing Director of Bold IT Frank Jennings, Partner at HCR Law |
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2.00pm |
Conference close |
How can employers prepare confidently for what’s coming?
The ERA 2025 will require employers to update contracts, handbooks, sick pay arrangements and key procedures including probation, performance, conduct and redundancy. These updates take time to get right, especially where consultation, communication or manager capability building is needed.
At the same time, workplaces are evolving. AI is influencing how decisions are made, what counts as evidence, and how disputes emerge. Managers need clarity and organisations need consistent, well‑designed processes to reduce risk and support fair outcomes. This conference provides the space to step back, make sense of these developments and understand the practical steps that will help you prepare - not only for the ERA 2025, but for the wider changes shaping the future workplace.
Who should attend?
· HR directors, heads of HR/ER and HR business partners
· People leaders with responsibility for policy, compliance or employee relations
· Operational leaders managing teams or decision‑making processes
· In‑house professionals advising on procedures or disputes
· Anyone supporting organisational change, people management or future‑workplace planning.
Ready to join us?
To secure your place, please complete the booking form below.