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You might be made redundant if the whole business closes down, your workplace closes down, or your employer decides to reduce the workforce that does your particular type of work. If you have two or more years of continuous service since the age of 18, here’s what you are entitled to, by law: Up to …
Even if your employment contract is for a fixed term, the normal rules for unfair dismissal apply. A recent case in Royal Surrey County NHS Foundation Trust v Drzymala confirms this. Dr Drzymala was employed as a locum consultant doctor at Royal Surrey County NHS Foundation Trust, on a series of fixed-term contracts. Before her …
How do I get a settlement agreement? If you want a settlement agreement from your employer because you’ve been made redundant or mistreated at work, the first thing is to prepare your case. This means collecting all the written evidence that relates to your situation, such as your employment contract and copies of relevant emails …
The qualifying period for bringing a claim of unfair dismissal is currently two years in GB and one year in Northern Ireland. However, there may be an exemption to this rule where the dismissal is due to: Whistleblowing The National Minimum Wage Working time Part Time Working Rights Flexible Working Rights Fixed Term Employee Rights …
I reported a colleague’s behaviour. Is it whistleblowing? If you have observed a colleague behaving in a way that causes a risk to public health and safety, or doing something illegal at work, the right thing to do is report it. This is known as making a public interest disclosure or ‘whistleblowing’. If you make …
Did you hear the recent news about freelance plumber, Gary Smith? He worked at least 40 hours a week for Pimlico Plumbers over six years, wearing the company uniform, and driving the company vehicles. After he had a heart attack he asked if he could reduce his hours, but they said no and dismissed him. …
Disability Stories The Equality Act 2010 (or the Disability Discrimination Act in Northern Ireland) covers you for discrimination because of your disability. It means you should get the same opportunities at work as your able-bodied colleagues, and you should not be disadvantaged or mistreated in any way. If you’re discriminated against, you can make a …
Losing your job can be traumatic and stressful. But, if you’ve been dismissed unfairly, you may be entitled to claim for compensation. If you win, the compensation you receive will cover your loss of earnings up to the date of the hearing, plus a limited amount. The maximum you’ll get is the lower of 52 …
Your employer: “Please sign this paper agreeing not to take us to an Employment Tribunal in future, and we’ll pay you some money in return.” You: “Hmmm. I’m not sure.” Us: “This is not an easy decision to make yourself, so the best advice is… get advice.” In England and Wales, this document is called …
Some job descriptions ask for someone who’s ‘young and vibrant’, while others might demand at least 10 years’ experience or more. In those cases, you might wonder whether you’re too young or too old for the role, and you might not even bother to apply. But any company that’s only willing to employ someone of …