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Asking for a change in working conditions
Anyone can make a request for a change in working conditions. However, the statutory right to request…
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Asking for a pay rise
Get prepared Arm yourself with substantial evidence to back up your request outside of your regular…
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Casualisation of the professional workforce
Sectors where this form of working is dominant include: the construction industry, where there is…
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Equality in the workplace
The Equality Act 2010 In October 2010, the Equality Act 2010 replaced and simplified over 100 pieces of…
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Home working
Types of home working Home workers tend to fall into one of two categories:
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Negotiating salary
1. Do your research Try to find out about the pay scale of the company, and find out the industry…
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What makes a good employment contract?
The advice and conciliation organisation ACAS explains that an employment contract is made up of…
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Zero hours contract
While zero hours contracts have been used in the UK for many years, their use has spread widely in…
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