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<p>The Government is investing over £1bn in a programme of modernisation and reform
of the courts and tribunals. These reforms will be implemented over a number of years,
with reform of the Employment Tribunals scheduled for the latter part of the reform
programme.</p><p> </p><p>We responded to the Taylor review of modern working practices
in February 2018, committing to firm action and future legislation. We launched four
consultations on the detail, including proposals that would improve clarity for recently
recruited employees and a consultation on the enforcement of labour market rights.
We are currently considering the responses and will respond in due course.</p><p>
</p><p>Qualifying periods apply to certain employment rights so as to strike the right
balance between fairness for employees and flexibility for employers, and so that
employers are not discouraged from taking on new staff.</p>
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