Manager’s guide
The manager's guide to the new tribunal time limits
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The manager's guide to the new tribunal time limits
From 1 October 2026, employees have twice as long to bring most tribunal claims. The current position, what changes, when it takes effect, and what it means for keeping records.
What you will learn
- The current time limit: 3 months less one day
- How ACAS Early Conciliation can pause the clock
- What's changing: 3 months becomes 6
- The commencement date: 1 October 2026
- Why this matters for your business
Written by Elodie Cosette, Head of Insights
Written for managers,
not lawyers.
Inside the guide
10 short chapters
Read it in one sitting, or jump to the part you need today.
01The current time limit: 3 months less one day
02How ACAS Early Conciliation can pause the clock
03What's changing: 3 months becomes 6
04The commencement date: 1 October 2026
05Why this matters for your business
06Record retention: keep evidence for longer
07Reviewing old grievances and disputes
08Reviewing internal escalation timelines
09Getting ready for the new time limit
10How Jamie HR helps
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