Restrictive Covenants UK to curb non-compete clauses in growth push Proposed shake-up could be “rocket fuel for talent mobility”, forcing employers to rethink their business protection strategies iStock.com/Liudmila Chernetska Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Friday 09 October 2026 The UK’s Labour government has announced plans to curb non-compete clauses in employment contracts, arguing that they are a “drag on innovation”. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Labour Reforms When firing gets harder, hiring slows Compliance Labour holds fast to ditching unfair dismissal award cap Non-Competes UK government revives proposal for non-compete reform Non-Competes High Court upholds 12-month non-compete for trader faking sickness