Zero hour contracts are becoming increasingly popular across almost every industry thanks to the flexibility that they offer to both workers and employers alike. However, whilst there are many benefits […] more»
The Working Time Directive, otherwise known as the WTD is a 1993 legislation that was ushered in by the European Union. It intended to protect individuals from being forced to […] more»
When it comes to contracted hours vs actual hours, you may be wondering what the difference is. There are many employees who are working significantly more or less than the […] more»
Rules on minimum annual leave are included in the Working Time Regulations 1998, as are weekly rest breaks and minimum time between shifts. more»
Once, the idea of portfolio careers, flexible hours and remote working were seen as radical ideas. Sadly, it still feels that way. more»
With an increasing number of workers deciding to go freelance or start their own firm, there is greater need than ever to create an area in the home in which to work from. more»
Almost a third of Britain's micro business owners have longer working hours than the national 48-hour limit for regular employees, according to new survey findings, but a remarkable number remain happy with their work-life balance. more»
Polling the lunchtime behaviour of over 2, 000 full-time workers, a study has shown that a large proportion ate lunch at their desks four days a week on average. more»
Your employees are more likely to be pulled away from work by a colleague than an electronic device, according to a new study that revealed Britain's biggest workplace distractions. more»
Friendship cliques and tensions over workplace gossip have been outed among the most common causes of office conflicts in Britain, according to a new study. more»
