Holiday And Working Time


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December 19, 2022
Travel to and from home may count as working time. Learn what this ruling means for employers managing mobile staff and working time compliance.
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December 19, 2022
Learn how to give employment references the right way. Expert tips for UK employers on legal duties, risks, and best practices from Springhouse Solicitors.
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December 19, 2022
Know your rights on working hours, breaks, and rest periods. Discover six key points about the UK’s Working Time Regulations for employers and employees.
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December 19, 2022
Unsure about your holiday pay? Learn how it’s calculated, what’s included (like commission or overtime), and your rights under UK employment law.
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December 19, 2022
Travel chaos affecting your staff? Learn how to handle lateness, absences, and pay fairly during travel disruption. Legal tips for UK employers.
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December 19, 2022
Learn how employers can support Muslim employees during Ramadan—guidance on adjustments, fairness, and inclusivity from Springhouse Solicitors.
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December 19, 2022
Unsure if you're getting the pay you're entitled to? Understand your legal rights to wages, holiday pay & more with expert advice from Springhouse Solicitors.
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December 19, 2022
How much notice do you need to give—or receive—for annual leave? Learn the rules on holiday requests, refusals, and employer policies under UK law.
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December 19, 2022
Lost a loved one? Learn your rights to bereavement leave in the UK, including time off for parents and what employers must provide under the law.
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December 19, 2022
Struggling with childcare over summer? Learn your rights to time off, flexible working, and parental leave during school holidays under UK law.
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