News and announcements

Acas sets out recommendations to strengthen flexible working rights and reduce workplace disputes
Acas has responded to the government's consultation on access to flexible working.
Acas calls on employers not to get left behind on changes to paternity leave
Employers encouraged to be aware of day‑one paternity and parental leave changes under Employment Rights Act from April 2026.
 A third of workplace sickness absence is due to stress, anxiety, depression or other mental health problems
A new YouGov survey about the reasons for workplace sickness.
Employers are failing to support neurodiversity at work
A new Acas survey points to a potential lack of understanding and support for neurodiversity at work.
Baroness Jones announced as new Acas Chair
The Department for Business and Trade appoint Baroness Maggie Jones as the new Acas Chair.
New Acas survey on the Employment Rights Act reveals that sick pay changes will have biggest impact at work
A new Acas survey about the impact of the Employment Rights Act