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In the UK, employee rights are mainly governed by the Employment Rights Act 1996, which outlines essential protections such as minimum wage, paid holidays, protection against unfair dismissal, maternity/paternity leave, flexible working requests, and redundancy rights.

Other key legislation includes the National Minimum Wage Act 1998, which establishes the minimum wage, the Equality Act 2010, which prohibits workplace discrimination, and the Working Time Regulations 1998, which set guidelines for working hours and breaks.

Legal Expenses Insurance (LEI) is a type of insurance policy designed to cover the legal costs associated with pursuing or defending a claim. It helps individuals and businesses afford legal representation and related expenses without having to pay out of pocket.

Being the victim of discrimination is a distressing and stressful experience. Our lawyers are experienced in advising individuals facing discrimination across various platforms and forums. We are committed to helping those who have experienced discrimination ensure their voices are heard and your rights are protected throughout the legal process.

Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee is effectively forced to resign due to their employer’s serious breaches of the employment contract. In this situation, the employer’s actions make the working environment so intolerable that the employee feels they have no choice but to leave. While the employer does not directly terminate the employee, their actions are deemed a dismissal under the law.

Settlement Agreement (formerly known as compromise agreement) is a legally binding contract between an employer and an employee, typically used to resolve disputes or end an employment relationship on mutually agreed terms. It usually involves the employee agreeing not to pursue legal claims against the employer in exchange for compensation, benefits, or a financial settlement.

Employers are legally required to dismiss employees only for fair and reasonable reasons.

Whistleblowing occurs when a worker reports suspected misconduct in the workplace. Officially, this is referred to as “making a disclosure in the public interest.”