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Giving low-paid workers a voice: will the Employment Rights Act deliver?

Emma Hughes author headshotDebra Howcroft By Emma Hughes, Tony Dundon and Debra Howcroft Filed Under: All posts, British Politics, Inclusive Growth Posted: July 14, 2026

Worker voice has a direct impact on whether employees experience ‘good work’ in the workplace. This issue is especially pertinent given that the recent Employment Rights Act aims to strengthen working conditions and improve job quality, notably for lower paid workers. In this article, Dr Emma Hughes, Professor Tony Dundon and Professor Debra Howcroft highlight […]

Tagged With: economy, employment, labour market

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