Further details and a legislative timetable will be released during the budget on Oct 28. The government's plan includes a consultation period to finalize the laws and a broader review of other restrictive practices, such as gardening leave, which ministers believe currently hinder professionals in the technology and financial services sectors of the City of London.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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UK Government Legislates to Ban Non Compete Clauses for Startups
Startups12 days ago
Workers at emerging British firms will be able to switch employers more easily after the administration announced a plan to eliminate restrictive employment contracts. The Prime Minister stated on Oct 9 that the government will legislate to functionally ban non-compete agreements for startups and scaleups to increase talent mobility. He compared the reform to a "Bosman ruling" for the innovation sector, intended to help the UK become a leading global hub for growth and technology.
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