Extension of the right to a written statement to all workers

Implementation date: 6 April 2020

The Employment Rights (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2019 (SI 2019/731) extend the right to a written statement of employment particulars to all workers (including employees).

The Employment Rights (Employment Particulars and Paid Annual Leave) (Amendment) Regulations 2018 (SI 2018/1378) provide that access to a written statement is a day one right for all workers (including employees). Employers also have to provide additional information as mandatory content for a written statement, including in relation to training and probationary periods.