Employment Law (PL) Archives - Franklins Solicitors https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/faq_category/employment-law-pl/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:44:08 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.5 What are the time limits for bringing a claim to an Employment Tribunal? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-are-the-time-limits-for-bringing-a-claim-to-an-employment-tribunal/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:51:37 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8653 There are strict statutory time limits under UK employment law for bringing most claims to an Employment Tribunal. In most cases, a claim must be submitted within three months minus one day from the date of the act you are complaining about (for example, the date of dismissal or discriminatory act). This statutory deadline is [...]

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]]> There are strict statutory time limits under UK employment law for bringing most claims to an Employment Tribunal. In most cases, a claim must be submitted within three months minus one day from the date of the act you are complaining about (for example, the date of dismissal or discriminatory act). This statutory deadline is a minimum requirement set by law and missing it can mean your claim is rejected before it is considered on the merits.

Some claims have different time limits or calculation rules, so it’s important to check the specific deadlines that apply to your situation. Early advice helps ensure you understand the relevant statutory deadlines and take any necessary steps in time.

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]]> What are my rights if I’m made redundant? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-are-my-rights-if-im-made-redundant/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:51:17 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8651 If you’re made redundant, you may be entitled to: Statutory or contractual redundancy pay Notice or pay in lieu of notice Accrued but untaken holiday pay A fair consultation process Redundancy must be genuine and handled fairly.

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]]> If you’re made redundant, you may be entitled to:

  • Statutory or contractual redundancy pay
  • Notice or pay in lieu of notice
  • Accrued but untaken holiday pay
  • A fair consultation process

Redundancy must be genuine and handled fairly.

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]]> Can my employer change my contract without my agreement? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/can-my-employer-change-my-contract-without-my-agreement/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:50:52 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8649 In most cases, no. Employers should consult with you and obtain your agreement before making significant contractual changes. Unilateral changes may amount to a breach of contract or constructive dismissal.

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]]> In most cases, no. Employers should consult with you and obtain your agreement before making significant contractual changes. Unilateral changes may amount to a breach of contract or constructive dismissal.

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]]> What is the difference between an employee, worker and self-employed contractor? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-is-the-difference-between-an-employee-worker-and-self-employed-contractor/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:50:35 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8647 Your employment status affects your legal rights: Employees have the most protection, including unfair dismissal and redundancy rights. Workers have more limited rights, such as holiday pay and minimum wage. Self-employed contractors generally have fewer employment protections. If your status is unclear or disputed, legal advice can help clarify your position.

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]]> Your employment status affects your legal rights:

  • Employees have the most protection, including unfair dismissal and redundancy rights.
  • Workers have more limited rights, such as holiday pay and minimum wage.
  • Self-employed contractors generally have fewer employment protections.

If your status is unclear or disputed, legal advice can help clarify your position.

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]]> Do I have employment rights if I don’t have a written contract? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/do-i-have-employment-rights-if-i-dont-have-a-written-contract/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:50:07 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8645 Yes. Even if you don’t have a written contract, you still have statutory employment rights once you start work. These include rights relating to pay, holiday entitlement, rest breaks and protection from discrimination and unfair dismissal (subject to length of service). You are entitled to a written statement of terms under the Employment Rights Act.

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]]> Yes. Even if you don’t have a written contract, you still have statutory employment rights once you start work. These include rights relating to pay, holiday entitlement, rest breaks and protection from discrimination and unfair dismissal (subject to length of service).

You are entitled to a written statement of terms under the Employment Rights Act.

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]]> What notice period must my employer provide? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-notice-period-must-my-employer-provide/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:42:04 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=7060 The minimum statutory notice depends on your length of service: Less than 2 years: 1 week’s notice 2 to 12 years: 1 week per year of service 12 years or more: 12 weeks’ notice Employers may include contractual notice periods that are longer than the statutory minimum.

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]]> The minimum statutory notice depends on your length of service:

Less than 2 years: 1 week’s notice

2 to 12 years: 1 week per year of service

12 years or more: 12 weeks’ notice
Employers may include contractual notice periods that are longer than the statutory minimum.

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