Articles by Kirsty McCubbin:

Working Unpaid Overtime – UK Law & Employee Rights

In many work environments, employees find themselves being expected to work beyond their contracted hours. Whilst some are paid extra for this, others are working unpaid overtime. If you’re being asked to work extra hours without compensation, it’s important to understand your rights and the legal protections available to you. If you are feeling unhappy […]

Computer Health & Safety in the UK – Workstation & VDU Regulations Guide

The use of digital technology in the workplace has increased in recent years. As a result, good computer health and safety practices are increasingly important to ensure employers meet their responsibilities. Ensuring the safety of employees during prolonged computer use and screen exposure is an obligation for all employers. This guide offers an easy to […]

Computer Glasses – Do Blue Light Blocking Lenses Help During Screen Use?

Heavy use of visual display units (VDUs) such as compter screens is an accepted part of daily life in the modern world. If you’re spending a lot of time working at a screen, you might be feeling the effects of digital eye strain. This guide looks at whether computer glasses with blue light blocking capabilities […]

What is an SA302 Form & How to Get Yours – HMRC Documentation Guide

If you’re self employed, an SA302 form is usually generated as part of your normal self assessment process. If you haven’t got yours and have been asked for it, they’re a straightforward document to get a copy of. We’ll look at when an SA302 is generated each tax year, and how it’s used as proof […]

Cleaning Business Names Ideas to Create a Unique Brand for Your Company!

You’ve decided to take that exciting step and start that brand new business making things sparkle and gleam. But the right cleaning business name idea shouldn’t be an afterthought. A unique  brand name will get your marketing off to a great start, and reel in those all important first clients. Don’t worry, we have asked […]

Contracted Hours – What They Mean & Your Legal Rights

When you sign a contract of employment, it will contain information on your contracted hours. But what does the information in your contract mean & what rights do you have? For example, if there’s a difference between your contracted hours vs your actual hours. We look at the law on contracted hours, give insight into […]

How Many Hours Between Shifts? Legal Rest Time Regulations UK

In the UK, employers are obliged by law to ensure their workers have adequate daily rest periods between shifts. The Working Time Directive (regulation 10) says employees must have a minimum period of 11 hours between shifts. However, there are exceptions to the regulations, for example during shift pattern changeovers. The right to daily rest […]

How Many Breaks in a 12 hour Shift? Legal Requirements & Entitlements

Wondering how many breaks you are entitled to during a 12 hour shift? Our guide looks at your rights to breaks during long shifts at work, and how long you can expect them to be. When working longer shifts, you also need to be aware of minimum rest periods between shifts, and your right to […]

VDU Glasses & Work Related Eye Strain

Prolonged use of screens at work can cause visual issues such as eye strain, dry eyes, and headaches. Providing employees with VDU glasses can help reduce the negative effects for employees who spend prolonged amounts of time at computer workstations. Employers have an obligation under UK Health and Safety at work laws to make sure […]

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