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Contractor versus Employee versus Worker
Employees, workers and contractors have different rights and responsibilities.
Rests and breaks
Employees are entitled to breaks for meals and to rest. As far as possible employers should provide breaks, facilities and comfortable surroundings for additional needs such as breastfeeding or expressing milk.
Paternity Leave
Paternity leave allows parents to take time off from their work to have time with their child following a birth.
Types of contracts
In addition to contracts of employment, a number of other types of contracts exist.
Working Time Regulations
In addition to the rights outlined around qualifying periods, a number of other rights and responsibilities exist. These relate to rest breaks, the number of hours a worker can be required to work and paid leave.
What we do
The Labour Relations Agency provides free, impartial and confidential services to employers, employer bodies, employees and workers in Northern Ireland, as well as Trade Unions, HR and legal professionals.
Annual Closedowns
Employers may elect to close their business at certain times of the year. (Christmas/new year)