We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Employment Law Update Webinar, delivered by employment law specialists from Barrass Whiting LLP

About this event

We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Employment Law Update Webinar, delivered by employment law specialists from Barrass Whiting LLP

This practical and informative session will focus on the Employment Rights Act 2025 and the significant employment law reforms expected to be implemented from Autumn 2026 onwards, as well as recent cases of significance to HR professionals and employers.


During the webinar, our speakers will provide:

  • An overview of the key legislative changes and recent case law decisions.
  • The implications for employers and HR professionals.
  • Practical guidance on preparing your organisation for compliance.


There will also be an opportunity to ask questions before the close of the session.

Objectives:

  • Understand the key changes introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025.
  • Explore significant employment law reforms expected from Autumn 2026 onwards.
  • Review recent employment law cases relevant to HR professionals and employers.
  • Understand the practical implications of these changes for organisations.
  • Identify steps employers and HR teams can take to prepare for compliance.
  • Provide an opportunity to ask questions and clarify practical concerns.




Speakers Bio:
Nicola Barrass is a Partner and founder of Barrass Whiting LLP. Nicola qualified as a solicitor in July 2000 and has specialised in employment law for over 25 years, advising a wide range of businesses, charities, employees and directors on their employment law issues. Nicola has been ranked in the Legal 500 for many years and is noted as being “extremely knowledgeable and… always pragmatic.” She is passionate about providing her clients with practical and reassuring advice and support, and the highest levels of service. Nicola regularly speaks at training sessions and external events.


Lee Whiting is a Partner and founder of Barrass Whiting LLP. Lee has specialised exclusively in employment law for more than 25 years. His approach is to understand the client’s objective(s), outline the options and then recommend a tailored solution. Lee has been ranked as a ‘leader in the field’ of employment law for the last 15 years by leading legal directories Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500. He delivers seminars and training sessions for clients and Lee has been regularly invited to speak to external organisations such as the CIPD.


Nilu Love is an Associate Solicitor at Barrass Whiting LLP. Nilu qualified as a solicitor in 2019 and has specialised exclusively in employment law ever since, practising in Legal 500 top tier ranked national and international law firms. She has experience in advising employers about the whole range of employment issues, including Employment Tribunal proceedings. She has advised a variety of employers from small business to multinational companies across both the public and private sectors, including health care, education and retail.


Please note:

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4. For security reasons, it is requested that participants join the live session 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time and with the same name as registered on Eventbrite as not doing so may cause a delay or non-admittance to the event.

5. This event may include an external speaker who has prepared their own presentation n. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.

6. If you require any reasonable adjustments to enhance your experience, please get in contact with us by responding to this email and we will do our best to accommodate.