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Proceeding contribution from Lord Goddard of Stockport (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Lords on Monday, 14 July 2025. It occurred during Debate on bill on Employment Rights Bill.


Employment Rights Bill

Moved by

Lord Goddard of Stockport

11: Clause 3, page 24, line 3, leave out “a specified amount of time” and insert “48 hours”

Member’s explanatory statement

This amendment and another in the name of Lord Goddard defines “short notice” as at least 48 hours before a shift is due to start, and clarifies that if this notice is given, the employer will not be required to make a payment under section 27BP.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
847 c1614 
Session
2024-26
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Conditions of employment Compensation Carers Eligibility Harassment Leave Ministerial powers Working hours Trade unions Small businesses Statutory sick pay Special constables Bereavement leave Compassionate leave Miscarriage Zero hours contracts Agency workers Kinship care
Legislation
Employment Rights Bill 2024-26
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on hansard.parliament.uk