UK EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS ADVICE

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Employees in the United Kingdom have clearly defined rights in regards to employment matters that are contained in UK legislation, EC regulations and case law built up over decades emanating mainly from the High Court of Justice and from the Employment Appeals Tribunal. Violation of these rights is often a ground for a complaint and financial compensation. If you need to discuss any of the matters outlined below just contact us for free employment rights advice :-

Health and safety protection

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 requires the workplace to be safe for both employees and visitors to the company. All risks must be assessed and appropriate safeguards must be introduced to protect the health and safety of anyone who may be exposed to a risk to their health. There are heavy fines for any company that does not comply with these regulations and the company may be forced to shut down. Any employee regularly exposed to hazards should urgently take employment rights advice from a specialist solicitor as they may be entitled to claim damages for constructive dismissal in the Employment Tribunal and in addition it may be possible to claim compensation for personal injury in a Court of Law.

Working time rights

The maximum number of hours an employee is allowed to work per week is 48 although there are some employees who opt to exceed this number. If an employee chooses to work more than 48 hours per week they have to provide written consent to their employer. Employers are not allowed to require employees to work more than 48 hours per week or to treat them differently if they refuse.

Holiday rights

Most employees are entitled to four weeks paid holiday per year. They usually have the choice on when to take their holidays although some businesses can dictate when an employee can take their holiday. The normal four weeks paid holiday, can in some cases include annual statutory holidays including bank holidays etc.

Sick pay

Employees are entitled to receive minimum sick pay according to law. Their employment contract should outline the terms and amount of the sick pay to be received.

Breaks

If an employee works for more than six hours a day, a rest break of 20 minutes is allowed.

National minimum wage

The National Minimum Wage Act 1998 determines minimum rates of pay for several classes of employee mainly dependent on age. The minimum wage rates are constantly revised and it is the responsibility of the employer to be aware of any changes and to effect those changes.

The chance to join a Trades Union

It is the right of every employee to choose whether or not to join a Trades Union. It is unlawful for an employer to treat an employee differently from other employees just because they chose to join a Trades Union.