Employment Law

• What is the definition of employment law?

  Laws protecting employees' rights
• What does dismissal mean in employment law?

  Ending an employee's contract of employment
• What is one reason for fair dismissal?

  Job no longer exists (redundancy)
• Why might an employee be dismissed for gross misconduct?

  For actions like theft or violence at work
• What does the Health and Safety at Work Act require from employers?

  Ensure employees' health, safety, and welfare
• What is one requirement of the Health and Safety at Work Act?

  Install and maintain safety equipment
• What is the definition of the National Living Wage?

  Minimum hourly pay set by the government
• What does the Equality Act 2010 prohibit?

  Discrimination based on specific factors
• Name one factor that cannot be used for discrimination under the Equality Act 2010.

  Race
• What are the factors covered by the Equality Act 2010?

  • Age
  • Disability
  • Gender reassignment
  • Marriage or civil partnership
  • Religion or belief
  • Sex / gender
  • Sexual orientation
  • Pregnancy or maternity leave
  • Race / ethnic background / nationality
• What is a contract of employment?

  Legal document stating employment conditions
• What should a contract of employment include?

  Details like pay rates and working hours
• What is one legal responsibility of a business to its employees?

  Ensure a safe work environment
• What does the Working Time Directive state about working hours?

  Employees can't work over 48 hours weekly
• What is one aspect of unfair dismissal rules?

  Rules must be followed before dismissal
• What do equality laws cover in the workplace?

  Gender, age, race, and disability issues
• What is the minimum wage based on?

  Employee's age
• What is one requirement regarding pensions for businesses?

  Provide a pension for employees
• What are the legal maximum weekly working hours in various countries?

  • France: 35 hours
  • Korea: 40 hours
  • America: 40 hours
  • China: 44 hours
  • Singapore: 44 hours
  • Europe: 48 hours
  • Hong Kong: 102 hours