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Piece worker
Piece workers are paid for the work that they produce rather than the number of hours worked.
Redundancy
When employers wish to make employees redundant they must follow a clear and fair process. The Labour Relations Agency has a redundancy flowchart which can help employers and employees in this situation.
Contractor versus Employee versus Worker
Employees, workers and contractors have different rights and responsibilities.
Types of contracts
In addition to contracts of employment, a number of other types of contracts exist.
1995-1999
Index of employment-related statute (Acts and Orders) 1995-1999
Public holidays and bank holidays
Employees are not automatically entitled to paid time off for bank and public holidays.
Employee performance
Putting an effective performance management system in place is a key component in best employment practice. Clear, consistent communication and a constructive approach to employee development can bring out the best in organisations and individuals.
Maternity Leave
The law sets out the legal minimum leave entitlements for mothers.
Agreements between employers and employees may provide for better arrangements than the statutory minimum.
Deductions from pay - employers
This section covers deduction from pay.
Young worker
Young workers are workers who are over school-leaving age and are under 18.