Labour Minister defends workers' rights bill, asserts benefits for business and employee security

Labour minister Justin Madders has responded to concerns from employers regarding the government's proposed move to day one rights under the workers' rights bill, dismissing them as "misplaced fear".

Speaking to City AM, Madders emphasised that companies understand the value in "giving people more certainty at work" and contended that the proposed workers' rights legislation would help businesses by encouraging them to "treat their workforce well", which is ultimately beneficial for business, as reported by City AM.

During his visit to a Richer Sounds outlet in Holborn, the employment minister advocated for the bill: "We think I.T. will be a real step forward in sending the message out that if you treat your staff well, you’ll have better recruitment, better retention, better productivity and overall, a better, successful business."

This development follows as the long-anticipated overhaul of workplace law is poised to re-enter the House of Commons. City AM has reported apprehensions among small business owners about potential revisions to unfair dismissal regulations and the likelihood of an uptick in employment tribunals.

Critics have aired worries over the effect of higher wage costs on companies and the strain of increased regulation on the broader economy.

Addressing these anxieties, Madders reiterated his sta