know your rights at work

TRUE OR FALSE?
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AT WORK


True or false?


The minimum wage for workers aged
21 and over is £5.08.



False. The answer is £.6.08.


True or false?


You cannot be forced to work more than 48
hours a week.



True. You can work more than this if you
wish but you must declare this in writing.


True or false?


If you have a child under the age of 17 you

can ask your employer to change your
working hours.



True, these are called flexi hours. You can
ask for a change in hours if you have been
working for your employer for more than
26 weeks.


True or false?


If you work less than 9 hours you are not
entitled to take a ‘break’.



False. If you work more than 6 hours, you
are entitled to at least a 20 minute break.


True or false?


Breaks between shifts- you are entitled
to an 11 hour break between shifts. For
example if you finish work at 8pm
Monday you should start your next shift

no earlier than 7am Tuesday.



True. You have the right to at least an
11 hour break between shifts.


True or false?


If you work while pregnant you should not take time
off during work to go for antenatal appointments.



FALSE. You are allowed to take time off however
long you have been in your job. Any time off must
be paid at your normal rate of pay. It is unlawful for
your employer to refuse.


Where to get help
 www.direct.gov.uk
 www.hmrc.gov.uk
 Pay

and works rights
helpline: 0800 917 2368