The UK Government has published a new draft of the Employer’s guide to Right to Work checks, outlining changes to the UK’s Right to Work system.
From 1 October 2026, the Right to Work scheme will expand to include gig-workers and those using online matching services, dramatically widening the scope of who needs Right to Work checks.
At uCheck, we’ve teamed up with our sister company, TrustID, to bring you everything you need to know about these changes.
We’ve included a summary below, but you can find TrustID’s full written report here.
Key takeaways
- Changes are expected to come into full force on 1 October 2026.
- The Right to Work Scheme has expanded to cover worker contracts, individual subcontractors, and online matching services.
- New guidance has been introduced around extended liability. This means that civil liability for lack of Right to Work checks may extend beyond the immediate employer.
- From October, employers choosing to complete a Right to Work check digitally must use a Digital Verification Service Provider (DVSP) who must be registered on the digital identity and attribute services
uCheck are here to help
Worried about the changes? Don’t be – we’re here to help. Supported by TrustID, we help provide Right to Work checks to thousands of businesses across the country. Simply get in touch on 0330 113 33 33, and our friendly team will take you through how we can help, and how you can get your processes sorted and secure.
