Contracts & status
Agency workers: what rights do they have?
Your rights on the first shift, what changes after 12 weeks, and who is responsible when pay or safety falls short.
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Contracts & status
Freelancer contracts: what terms matter?
Discover essential tips and legal insights for UK freelancers on creating robust Self-Employment Contracts that safeguard your interests.
Compliance & enforcement
Employer obligations in the UK: what you must do
Your duties when you hire someone, how employment status affects their rights, and which 2026-27 reforms are already law.
Discipline & termination
Wrongful dismissal: can I claim for breach of contract?
Explore our insights into contract breaches, their consequences, and navigating disputes to protect your interests effectively.
Discipline & termination
Notice periods: how much notice to give and get
Your employer may owe you up to 12 weeks' notice. To resign, you usually owe one week unless your contract says more. Work out what each side owes and how notice affects your pay.
Contracts & status
Exclusivity clauses: can I work another job?
Unlock the secrets of exclusivity clauses in contracts to safeguard your business interests and manage competition restrictions effectively.
Contracts & status
What must be in an employment contract?
An offer can bind before your first shift. Your employer must also give you written particulars, and you can challenge missing or disputed terms.