tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33004692.post4410657207279834188..comments2023-10-31T12:58:36.729+01:00Comments on Evil HR Lady: Workplace "Rights" That You Don't HaveSuzanne Lucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07129772885673695447noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33004692.post-89094521240213016252011-05-05T20:30:25.453+02:002011-05-05T20:30:25.453+02:00Such cultural differences!So many of these are rig...Such cultural differences!So many of these are rights in the UK (and much of Europe).<br /><br />Wrongful termination: after a year (likely to rise to 2), you can bring a claim for unfair dismissal if the dismissal hasn’t been handled properly (and summary dismissal is possible only in certain circumstances).<br />Right to see the file: yup, under the Data Protection act. Some exemptions, but the average employee can request their file (there can be a charge) and it has to be produced in a certain period of time. <br />Breaks: again, yes! Working time regulations mean a 20 minute break for a shift of 6 hours or over, although this can be unpaid. <br />Hostile environment: bullying can end up with a claim of constructive dismissal in a tribunal.<br />Right to work: this isn’t spelt out, and non-compete clauses are valid. But if they are too restrictive then they can be easily overturned.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com