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Workers (18 and over) generally can not be forced to work over 48 hours a week on average, it is also important as an employer to understand what rest breaks an employee is entitled to for more information read: 'Hours, Rest Breaks and the Working Week' Business Link.

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"'Compassionate leave' is a term used to describe time off work to cope with personal circumstances. There is a statutory right called 'time off for dependants' which gives you the right to unpaid time off in some circumstances. When this right doesn't apply you will have to revert to your company's compassionate leave scheme."

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Employers are obliged to recognise the rights of employees taking maternity, paternity or adoption leave. Business Link's interactive tool will show you what your employee is entitled. Additionally it will give you guidance on how to manage new and expectant mothers in your workplace.

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Absent without leave is a disciplinary matter and is often a difficult conversation to have with your employee, the ACAS guide to managing attendance helps you face this.

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In order for companies to meet the 24 hour demand from their customers often a flexi-time system is effective, the ACAS guide to Flexible Working and Work Life Balance provides an introduction to this option.

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In times of change or high demand a company may require employees to work overtime, it is important that at these times overtime is accurately managed to avoid potential conflict arising from confusion.

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Monitoring and managing employee absence and sick leave is essential for many reasons not least the impact on productivity and cost for your company. The Chartered Institute of Personnel Development have a range of publications to guide you through absence and sick leave at your place of work.

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The Working Time Regulations of 1998, provide guidance on the limits for working time and the entitlements provided for. It is important for employers to be aware of any change to legislation on this matter, the Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform can guide you on this.

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