SMEs in Northern Ireland employ more people than all large businesses and the entire public sector, combined. Therefore, an Employment Rights Bill can only be successful in its design and implementation if small businesses are at the core of its creation. If legislation is designed that is unbalanced, it risks working against the intended objective of good jobs.
You can read our full response below
FSB NI response to DfE 'Good Jobs' Employment Rights Bill Consultation - September 2024.pdf