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Get clued up on your rights with our informative employment law guide, for both employees and employers alike. We’ve got a range of employment law advice, from information on employee rights and pensions, to money saving tips and advice on how to deal with jobseeking discrimination.

30 interview questions potential employers are not allowed to ask

Are you married? How old are you? Discover the 30 interview questions employers shouldn’t be asking you, and how to answer them if they do.

Annual leave: What you need to know

Unsure about your holiday entitlement? From calculating holiday pay to understanding carry-over rules, here is everything you need to know about annual leave.

Working hours: What you need to know

Confused about the 48-hour week or your right to a lunch break? Here’s everything you need to know about working hours, breaks, and overtime.

Employee benefits: What you need to know

From pension schemes to flexible working, find out exactly what employee benefits you’re entitled to and how they can boost your income.

Unfair dismissal explained: Your rights and how to claim

Think you’ve been sacked unfairly? From the two-year rule to automatic unfair dismissal and tribunals, here is your guide to your rights.

How to deal with a grievance at work

Not sure how to handle a problem at work? From informal chats to formal complaints, here’s how to raise and deal with a grievance at work.

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30 interview questions potential employers are not allowed to ask

Are you married? How old are you? Discover the 30 interview questions employers shouldn’t be asking you, and how to answer them if they do.

Annual leave

Annual leave: What you need to know

Unsure about your holiday entitlement? From calculating holiday pay to understanding carry-over rules, here is everything you need to know about annual leave.

Working hours

Working hours: What you need to know

Confused about the 48-hour week or your right to a lunch break? Here’s everything you need to know about working hours, breaks, and overtime.

employee benefits

Employee benefits: What you need to know

From pension schemes to flexible working, find out exactly what employee benefits you’re entitled to and how they can boost your income.

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Unfair dismissal explained: Your rights and how to claim

Think you’ve been sacked unfairly? From the two-year rule to automatic unfair dismissal and tribunals, here is your guide to your rights.

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How to deal with a grievance at work

Not sure how to handle a problem at work? From informal chats to formal complaints, here’s how to raise and deal with a grievance at work.

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Money saving tips 2026

Money might not buy happiness. But it can help. From budgeting tips to thrifty life hacks, here are our top money saving tips for 2026.

Discrimination in job adverts

Discrimination in job adverts: Four things you should never see

Spotted a red flag in a job description? From age limits to gender bias, here are four things you should never see in a job advert.

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What is employment law?

Confused by contracts and legislation? We explain what employment law is, why it exists, and how it protects your rights at work.

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DBS Checks: What you need to know

To help you understand what they involve (and whether you actually need one), here’s everything you need to know about DBS checks.

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What is a notice period?

Handing in your resignation? Find out what a notice period is, how long yours should be, and your rights regarding pay and garden leave.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

What is the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974?

Do you have to disclose a criminal record? Learn about spent convictions, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and your rights when applying for jobs.

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Money saving tips

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How to retract a resignation (with example letter)

Changed your mind about leaving your job? Here’s how to withdraw your resignation professionally, along with a sample retraction letter.

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Bereavement leave: What you need to know

Losing a loved one is hard. Understand your rights to bereavement leave, compassionate leave, and bereavement pay in the UK with our clear, simple guide.

Types of employment contracts

Types of employment contracts

From full-time to zero-hour contracts, understand the different types of employment contracts and what they mean for your rights and career.

Voluntary redundancy

Voluntary redundancy: What are my rights?

We’ve already covered how to deal with redundancy, but here are a few things you need to know should you be offered redundancy voluntarily.

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Second job tax: How much will I have to pay?

Considering a second job? Find out how much tax you’ll pay, what tax code you’ll be on, and how to make sure you’re paying the right amount.

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Your right to work in the UK: What you need to know

Unsure about your right to work in the UK? Learn about UK visas, required documents, and rights for EU nationals and international workers.

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UK work visa guide

Here’s a quick overview of the different visa options that are currently available for those looking to work in the UK.

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What is the National Living Wage?

If you’re over the age of 21, you’re entitled to be paid the National Living Wage. Here’s a guide to find out how much you should be earning.

Five ways to supplement your income

Want to make more money? Here are five easy ways you could be supplementing your income right now – and how to get started.

Sick pay: What you need to know

Too ill to work? You may be entitled to financial support. Here’s everything you need to know about sick pay (and what you’re eligible for).

Dealing with unconscious bias in the workplace

Here’s everything you need to know about unconscious bias, and our top tips on how to deal with it in the workplace.

Child Benefit: What you need to know

Are you a parent or guardian? We spoke to HMRC, to find out everything you need to know about Child Benefit, and their advice on how to claim.

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Pensions & saving

High Income Child Benefit Charge: What you need to know

We spoke to HMRC, to find out everything you need to know about the High Income Child Benefit Charge, and their advice on how to ensure you’re paying the right amount.

Access to Work: Help in the workplace

Looking for a role that suits your needs? If you have a disability or a physical or mental health condition, it can sometimes be difficult for you to do your job – let alone find something new. However, help is always available to improve your job search or workplace conditions. Access to Work is a […]

How to: Deal with bullying at work

Here are some practical ways to identify if you or anyone you know is the victim of bullying at work, and how to deal with it.

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Budget planner

Always overspending? Our budget planner will help you learn how to budget, and give you a simple breakdown of where you can cut costs.

Equal pay at work: Five ways to be paid fairly

All employees who do equal work for the same employer have a legal right to receive equal pay. If you feel like you’re being paid less than you deserve, here’s our advice on what to do next.

Employment tribunals: What you need to know

Not sure what an employment tribunal is? We’ve already covered why employment law exists, but here’s what to do if you think it’s not being adhered to:

Automatic Pension Enrolment: FAQ

Automatic pension enrolment: FAQ

Have some questions about automatic pension enrolment? Find out the facts with our FAQ.

Seven reasons you should pay into a workplace pension

Not sure about the benefits of paying into a pension? To help decide whether you want to or not, we spoke to the Money Advice Service for some expert advice.

The Equality Act: What you need to know

To help you see exactly what’s covered, here’s everything you need to know about the Equality Act – and what it means when it comes to your career.

How hindsight could help you plan your pension

We spoke to the retirement experts, Prudential, whose recent survey reveals what pensioners would change about their retirement planning:

Retirement planning: What you need to know

The concept of retirement is changing. To make you aware of what it involves, here’s everything you need to know about retirement planning:

Retirement age: When can I retire?

Starting to think about your retirement? To make sure you’re aware of your retirement age, here’s everything you need to know about when you can retire:

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How to: Go back to work after a festival

How to: Go back to work after a festival

Whether it’s your first foray into festival life, or you’re a seasoned veteran, here are a few of our top tips on how to return to work after the big weekend:

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