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Did you know?
I took voluntary redundancy in April 2008 over 22 years of employment. So got a decent package. Just found out from a friend of mine who also left at same time as me that if you are not going to work from April 08 - April 09 you can claim a tax refund. You are taxed on your redundancy payment as if you are still employed,…
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Constructive Dismissal.
Has anyone claimed constructive dismissal. If so what was the circumstances and did you receive any form of compensation.
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retract my termination of contract
Hi everyone i need some advice, i have the offer of another job with better pay and prospects....... but this is a big step for me as I have worked for the NHS for 29 years so it's a bit daunting giving up my job after all these.... but I know in the long term it is the right thing to do....now I have to give one months…
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I got bad advice re JSA last year - what shall I do?
Last year I got made redundant and it was the push I needed to look at going self employed (as a tiler). I was a complete noobie to the Job center thing and went along to see what the deal was. To cut a long story very short - I explained my situation and that I would be looking at going self employed asap. Obviously this…
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Under 16 hours rule
Hi - and Good Morning! New to this room - although I do post in others from time to time Just been laid off work and looking thru job centre site ,not much full time work around but there are several 12 , 15 hour a week part time jobs knocking about - so was wondering what the position is with JSA - do they suspend it all…
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Legal secretary without experience- Jobs anywhere?
Hello all! Thanks for reading this tread At the moment I am a staying home mum, my son has just turned 2. And now i feel that it is time to go back to work. Unfortunately we live in a small town but i consider moving to London if i get a job there. While my son was little I managed to complete the Legal Secretary training…
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Dubious Job Opportunity? Advice needed
Hi, hope someone can help. I'm a student who posted an ad on a job website requesting part-time work. I got an e-mail telling me there was a work from home opportunity, and to send my name and address. Next, I got the following e-mail: Hello, Good afternoon,we are updating you regarding your first assigment,your first work…
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Overpaid - where do I stand?
My mum's just received an email from her employer stating that she's been overpaid by about £20 a month for the last 5 years and that they will be deducting this overpayment (some £1200) from her next wage slip. Being such a small amount each month she was completely unaware of it. We think her employer will accept being…
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Where do I stand?
I'll try and keep this short but I'm really stressed and worried and could do with some direction. I'll bullett point it to hopefully help. T - In Feb 2008, I take another job within the company I have worked at for over 15yrs on a fixed 6mth secondment. This means that my old job will be there for me at the end of the…
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Can employer lower pay rate without proper consultation
Resolved! Thanks
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Where should I work? Advice/kick up the bum needed!
Hi everyone.. I'm training to be a teacher and I am in my last year. After I graduate I need to complete 1 years probation in a council, after which, I'm on my own with regards to finding a job. It used to be that a good percentage of the time you would be kept in your 'probation school', as if they liked you and you did…
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Change in Holiday Entitlement
when i started working for my current employer, my contract stated i got 20 days holiday plus b/h however over the years, the stat holiday entitlement has increased, but my employer has just kept at the 20 days plus b/h. When i question them on this, they just say b/hs can be included within the stat holiday entitlement.…
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Confused about sick pay!
I started my current job a month ago. I am confused over my sick pay as on my contract - it states please refer to the employment handbook. Handbook states I am not entitled to sick pay until I have been in the company for 2 years. Then on my personal details form they filled in, all of the standard weekly pay, holiday pay…
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Employed and self employed in the same job??
I am employed as a pharmacist manager in the same location for three days a week and any tax and NI contributions I owe during these three days are paid directly by my employer via PAYE. My contract for this employment highlights my holiday pay, company benefits etc. My employer has also asked me to work a regular fourth…
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Person spec for job application
Would i be right in thinking that i need to include some of the words that are listed in the person spec for an application,
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husband made redundant - what notice is he entitled to?
Hi My hubby was made redundant almost 2 weeks ago now. He's worked there for less than 2 years so isn't entitled to any redundancy payment. His last day is on 31st Dec. Now on his contract of employment it says that if redundancies are made he would be entitled to a meeting with a rep of his choice to join him. This did…
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Compulsory work trials; same scenario, diifferent circumstances
I've been following the other thread on Work Trials with some interest. My daughter is in the same situation, but has different personal circumstances, and I wondered if anyone could advise? My daughter has had mental health problems (in and out of hospital with anorexia, paranoia) all her life. She has two daughters…
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how to get grant for job interview?
6+ months unemployed (a drag..), going to the jobclub, where someone mentioned you could get help with a suit/jaket, should you need one for an interview. my old work suit is too small now, and was a bit tatty anyway.. anyone know the procedure/conditions for said grant (or is it a loan?) do i need to buy a suit, then…
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Bit of advice needed please!
Hi I have been reading the forum for advice but can't find answer so far. I have worked for a company for 11 1/2 months but it looks like they are going under. I currently work full time (shared between office and home so I can be there for my school age children after school) The question is if I leave my job (and get…
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Work have moved to a new location
Hi, Just wondered if anyone can offer me any advice? I work for a very large company (Royal Mail) I have been on maternity leave for nearly 12 months now and during that time the department I work in has moved to another location. The new location is in the city centre (13 miles away) whereas my old location was just 3…