Employee rights
Whether you're looking for information on notice periods, redundancy, tax, employment contracts or anything else surrounding employee rights and responsibilities, this section will tell you everything you need to know about your employee rights in the UK.
What is a secondment?
Wondering what a secondment is? Here’s how they work, the types available, your rights, and how you can find or request one.
AI in recruitment: What jobseekers need to know
Not sure how AI is actually used in recruitment? Here’s what it means for your applications, and your rights as a jobseeker in the UK.
What is garden leave?
What is garden leave? Here's how it works, whether you'll still be paid, and what happens to your rights during your notice period.
What is flexible working? Your rights and how it works
What is flexible working? Learn about UK flexible working rights, types like hybrid and flexitime, and how to request flexible working in this clear guide.
Examples of flexible working
Here are some real examples of flexible working, from flexi-time and compressed hours to 4-day week schedules and job sharing.
The Equality Act: What you need to know
Not sure what the Equality Act 2010 covers? Here's what you need to know, including the 9 protected characteristics and how the law protects you at work.
Equal pay at work: How to make sure you're paid fairly
Equal pay at work explained: know your rights under the Equality Act 2010, spot unfair pay, and negotiate the salary you deserve.
Dealing with unconscious bias in the workplace
Unconscious bias affects us all at work. Here's the meaning of unconscious bias, 10 real examples, and how to deal with it.
Employment tribunals: What you need to know
Thinking about taking your employer to tribunal? Here's what an employment tribunal is, how to make a claim, costs, and what to expect.
Probationary periods: What you need to know
Wondering what a probationary period really means? Here’s how long probation lasts, tips on how to pass probation at work, plus what happens if you fail.
Return-to-office mandates: Your rights
Can your employer force you back to the office? Know your rights on contracts, flexible working requests, and protections around discrimination.
Employment Rights Act 2025: What changes and when?
Employment Rights Act 2025 explained: What's changed, what's coming in 2026 and 2027, and what it means for employees and employers.
Access to Work: How to get help in the workplace
Need support in your current role? From workplace adjustments and grants to mental health resources, find out how Access to Work can help you.
What is PAYE?
What is the PAYE scheme? Our guide explains PAYE tax, payslips, refunds and what to check when starting a new job. Read it now.
What is the National Living Wage?
Find out what the current National Living Wage is, how much you should be earning, and how it differs from the minimum wage.
Contract of employment - key terms explained and your rights
Understand your contract of employment with our UK guide. Covers zero-hour contracts, your rights and what to check before you sign.
Maternity, paternity, and parental leave: Your rights explained
Not sure on your rights? Here's everything you need to know about maternity leave, paternity pay, and shared parental leave.
Sick leave and sick pay: Your rights and returning to work guidance
Need to take time off? Learn everything you need to know about sick leave, statutory sick pay rates, calling in sick, and returning to work.
How to deal with being made redundant
Unfortunately, being made redundant is sometimes unavoidable. But dealing with it in a positive way can be half the battle.
Basic State Pension: What you need to know
Find out how much basic State Pension you'll get, when you can claim it, and how to maximise your entitlement with our complete guide.
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.
FAQs
What are your rights to working in the UK?
You must be eligible to work in the UK - which means being a British citizen, coming from an EEA country, or obtaining a visa and/or work permit. To find out whether you’re eligible, read our guide on your rights to working in the UK.
What’s the National Living Wage?
The National Living Wage is the minimum amount workers aged 21 and over can be paid in the UK. As of April 2025, it’s set at £11.44, but is reviewed annually. Workers under 21 are still entitled to the National Minimum Wage, which varies depending on age and whether they are an apprentice.
What does your employment contract cover?
There are many different types of employment contracts. However, they should generally cover your employee rights, your employment status, and basic information such as your salary and contracted hours. We have a quick guide explaining the key terms of employment contracts on reed.co.uk, which will help you get to grips with the basics.
Are there any questions you shouldn’t be asked at work?
As part of the Equality Act, there are certain protected characteristics which are covered to prevent discrimination. This means employers may not be able to ask about these characteristics unless they have a direct relation to your role. Our article on the Equality Act covers each characteristic in more detail.