How will the changes to workers' rights affect you?

The UK government is introducing major changes to workers' rights, including a U-turn on proposals such as the right to claim unfair dismissal from day one, which will now be allowed after six months. Zero-hours contract workers will have the option for guaranteed hours based on their past working patterns. Flexible working will be the default, and sick pay entitlements and unpaid parental leave rights will be expanded, while fire and rehire practices will be restricted. The reforms aim to enhance workers' rights but have faced criticism and concerns from some business groups.