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The first two days of the Report Stage in the House of Lords saw a major amendment passed allowed workers the right to request guaranteed hours rather than obligating employers to offer them, aiming to balance worker security and sector flexibility. The Government clarified that workers could still retain zero-hours contracts if preferred. There were also debates around defining “short notice” for shift cancellations, with a 48-hour minimum proposed to protect vulnerable workers, including temporary staff.
APSCo submitted technical recommendations to the Minister for Employment and Labour Lords before the session, proposing five changes: easing "fire and rehire" restrictions, extending the reference period for guaranteed hours to 12 months, setting a 12-month threshold for day-one rights, retaining the current statutory sick pay waiting period, and requiring impact assessments for all new regulations. APSCo also urged reforms to and clearer timelines for expanding tribunal capacity.
The ADASS Spring Survey 2025 highlights mounting financial pressures, growing demand, and a lack of investment in prevention within adult social care, warning that without adequate funding and support, councils will struggle to meet legal duties, contribute to Government reforms, or improve services despite recognising where investment would have the greatest impact.
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