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Wednesday, 3 October 2023

Employment

Working hours

New National Minimum Wage rates

From 1 October the National Minimum Wage is increasing - find out the new rates

Working time limits (the 48-hour week)

Find out what the working time limits are and what this means for you and your work pattern

Working at night

Read about the restrictions on night work and what to do if you think your employer isn't following the rules

Calculating your working time

How to work out your average weekly hours and what to do if you are working more than the legal limit

Calculating your night work hours

You shouldn't work more than an average of eight hours at night - find out how to work it out

Rest breaks

Your legal right to breaks from work, both during the working day and during the week

Overtime

Find out about your rights and what to do if you have any problems related to working overtime

Sunday work

Your legal rights regarding Sunday working, including the special rules for shop or betting workers

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