Ministers believe these restrictive agreements are prevalent among high-earning professionals in the City of London and high-growth tech firms. While the initiative aims to foster entrepreneurial activity by increasing professional mobility, the government intends to stop short of confirming specific legal details during the initial announcement.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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UK Government Plans Ban on Non Compete Clauses for Tech and City Workers
Startups12 days ago
New ventures in Britain are currently hindered by restrictive contracts that prevent experienced staff from starting their own firms. To address this, the UK government is planning a ban on "non-compete" clauses for employees in the technology and financial services sectors. Andy Burnham will announce the commitment to this labor market shift on Oct 9.
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