Many UK workers do not fully understand their employment rights — and employers know it. Whether you are starting a new job, facing redundancy, or dealing with a workplace dispute, knowing your rights is essential.
Holiday entitlement. All full-time workers in the UK are legally entitled to at least 28 days of paid holiday per year including bank holidays. Part-time workers get a pro-rata equivalent.
Notice periods. The statutory minimum notice period is one week after one month of service, rising to one week per year of service up to 12 weeks after two years. Your contract may give you more.
Statutory Sick Pay. If you are too ill to work, you are entitled to Statutory Sick Pay of £116.75 per week for up to 28 weeks, as long as you have been employed for at least four weeks and earn above the lower earnings limit.
Redundancy rights. If you are made redundant after two years of continuous employment, you are entitled to statutory redundancy pay. The amount depends on your age, weekly pay, and length of service.
Unfair dismissal. After two years of employment, you have the right not to be unfairly dismissed. If you believe you have been treated unfairly, you can bring a claim to an Employment Tribunal.
Equal pay and discrimination. You have the right to equal pay for equal work, regardless of gender. You are also protected against discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation.
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