Christmas Day is all about eating cheese, drinking port, and singing carols, right? While the theory is nice, the truth is that for many workers in the UK, Christmas is just another work day. So what happens if your shift falls on Christmas Day and you want it off? The best case scenario is that […]

Whether your job is physically exhausting or mentally taxing, everyone needs to be able to rest during their working day. Workers are also entitled to days off and rest periods between shifts under the Working Time Directive. How long you get for your break often comes down to your contract. Some jobs offer longer breaks […]

Being on sick leave can be a stressful situation to find yourself in, putting a financial strain on many people.  People often wonder being off sick affects holiday entitlement. It’s an area that can cause confusion. If you are pondering if you’ll receive holiday pay while off sick then we’ll demystify this common concern. Whether […]

Lunch breaks allow the opportunity to refuel ready for the next part of your shift. Your lunch break entitlement will usually be set out in your contract of employment. However, your contract can’t remove your right to breaks. There are also rules about how rest periods should be taken during your working day. If you […]

A new job is nerve wracking enough without the added pressure of worrying about how to pass a probation period. It can seem daunting to think of yourself on trial in a new environment. But as long as you perform to your potential, you have nothing to worry about. Remember that the probation period isn’t […]

We often need to total up our working hours for a range of reasons such as to see what benefits we might be entitled to, working tax credits, or simply to allow us to budget accordingly. You may also be a little concerned that you are averaging more than 48 hours a week which is […]

Apprenticeships open up a new world of experiences and opportunities for young workers. But there can be confusion around the legal working hours for this type of employee. Different factors affect how many hours an apprentice can work such as age, college hours, and the apprenticeship they’re doing. However, apprentices have the same rights as […]

Tempers can run high in the workplace in times of stress. Things can be said and done in the heat of the moment. But does walking out of work mean you’ll be sacked? The answer will vary depending on how the situation has played out. Words and actions matter. If an employee walks out and […]

There’s no answer in legal terms about how many hours notice you should give to call in sick to work. Generally speaking you should ensure you can give as much notice as possible. It’s also important to follow the procedures in your contract for reporting sickness. Illness has a tendency to sneak up on us […]

In recent times, many people have taken on extra work to help pay the bills. It’s never been easier to work from home and there are many options available. Some workplaces aren’t keen on side gigs, and your employer may try to stop you from having a second job. Can they really do this? The […]