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With topics for both employees and employers, Working Rights offers clear, detailed and accurate information that can be used for common workplace issues and problems.

April's Most Popular Articles...

Your Rights to Time Off For Funerals: Attending a funeral is difficult enough without having to worry about keeping your boss happy. Invariably, needing to attend a funeral will… [1892 views in Apr]
What Are My Rights Regarding Hospital Appointments?: The short answer to this question is, unfortunately, yes. Employers are not required by law to allow workers to attend… [1598 views in Apr]
Can My Employer Reduce My Working Hours: The first thing you need to do before you start panicking is to look carefully through your contract. Your contract of employment will hold… [792 views in Apr]
The Different Types Of Dismissal And Your Rights: There are effectively three forms of dismissal from an employer - fair, unfair and constructive - this article will tackle… [772 views in Apr]
Time Off in Lieu When Working Additional Hours: Taking time off if you have worked overtime or additional hours is a common practice and is often referred to as ‘TOIL’ – time off… [696 views in Apr]
What Rights Do the Self-Employed Have?: Employment legislation applies mainly to employees. The law protects the rights of these workers and prevents employers taking advantage of… [692 views in Apr]

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19 April 2018
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Re: What Rights Do the Self-Employed Have?
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Re: Can an Employer Change Our Holiday Arrangements?
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Re: Can Employer Cut Wages Without Warning?
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Re: Can My Employer Take my Holidays Away?
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Re: Can My Employer Take my Holidays Away?
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Re: What Rights Do the Self-Employed Have?
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Re: Can My Employer Take my Holidays Away?
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Re: The Different Types Of Dismissal And Your Rights
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