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Security Clearance without a sponsor
Hi, I have recently been made redundant but approached by a couple of agencies for lucrative contracting roles in Central Govt. My experience of working in this sector previously, and my availability which is the most critical factor for contracting jobs, makes me a natural fit, however, many of these require security…
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Probation review after 18 months?
Hi guys. Started a new role 18 months ago, and my contract specifies the below. I’ve not been told I’ve passed probation but also haven’t been told it’s been extended, until two weeks ago where I questioned why I wasn’t able to take part in the cycle to work scheme (as I was still in my probation period). I now have a…
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No Notice Period
So brief explanation, I started a minimum wage job in a food factory with 6 months probation and hated every minute of my first day. So I quit effective immediately after my shift with a resignation letter explaining it wasn’t a good fit and I wished them all the best. Handed over my stuff the next day and then realised…
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Starting a business - is it worth the risk?
So in short for YEARS I have wanted to start my own dog grooming business. My plan is to open a grooming salon with an added coffee shop to entice owners to stay for a coffee/bite to eat whilst they wait therefore increasing on site spend. I have written a business plan, and have looked into costings of leasing a…
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Working without a contract - am I outside IR35?
I know there are people I can talk to about this but before I open that can of worms I just wanted to describe my situation and ask if anyone thinks I am suitably outside IR35 in case HMRC ever came knocking... * I operate a Ltd company that has been in existence for 1 year now, during that time I have invoiced about £150K…
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Ad hoc work offer, is it really self-employment?
I'm currently unemployed. Not claiming UC so don't need advice on that side lf things. I've been offered work by a gardener who needs an extra pair of hands at this time of year. Would be as and when needed, can set own hours to some extent (ie. give days/times I'm available, which does affect which job the gardener will…
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Employer entering liquidation - Where do I stand
Hi everyone, After some advice, please. I have been employed by my company for almost four years, unfortunately it has now entered a liquidation process due to debts and market conditions not being as strong in the industry as they have been. I understand this is difficult for everyone involved including directors who have…
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Employer taking annual leave entitlement from us for days off when cover has been arranged.
Hi. In my job, if annual leave has been rejected for any reason, or if an absence is needed last minute, we rally among ouselves (employees) to try and get cover for the day/s. More often than not it is agreed between us... i.e., 'you cover me this day and I return the cover for that day', so the shifts are covered.…
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Keeping track of sick leave in Google Sheets. A template?
Trying to think of something that'll help my OH stop getting worked up over sick leave due to the stupid (imo) system they have at their place which penalises you for trying to go back to work. I found an Excel template which looks pretty ideal - but it's Excel & I know that they'll prefer something that isn't tied to the…
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Sick leave calculation - confusion on mutual termination
My wife was subjected to unfair dismissal last year and we have a September 2025 hearing at the tribunal. while i would have fought this my wife can no longer handle being associated with the company again as her mental health has deteriorated. We have negotiated to settle out of court so that she can have some relief. The…
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Bonus paid, NI & Tax.
This is the 2nd time I have been paid a ‘bonus’. The first time I got cash but this time my boss had paid me this with my wages. How do I work out how much I’ve lost due to NI & Tax? The amount paid is £320, my tax code is 1277L and my gross pay was £2518.80. Thank you.
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Teaching assistant pay cut - can they?
Good afternoon. Looking for advice from anybody who has either been or is a TA and has been through a consultation where the outcome is a pay cut. My wife’s school have started the consultation period off the back of financial issues at the school. No teachers, or other school employees including office admin etc are…
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Keeping positive after promotions failure
I'm in an organisation which uses competancy based assessments for job adverts and interviews. I'm neurodiverse (ADD, properly diagnosed when I was a child), and while I can get interviews, I just can't pass them, let alone get the job. I recently completely failed an interview for a post I have done for several years on…
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Self-employed, part-time, ADHD masters student - really struggling for money
Hey everyone, I'm hitting a bit of a rough patch financially and could use some advice. I'm a freelancer, and unfortunately, work has dried up significantly. On top of that, I'm a part-time Master's student. I also have ADHD, and I'm currently going through a DSA (Disabled Students' Allowance) review to get recommendations…
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Money Moral Dilemma: Should I accept rail delay refunds for train tickets my employer paid for?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... I travel a lot for work using the train. I arrange the tickets myself and pay for them with my own money, then my employer reimburses me the same day. Sometimes, a couple of days after my journey, I receive a notification from the train-booking app I use, letting me know I'm…
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Liability for failed products in employment?
Hi, Today i interviewed at a big company which imports lots of products (of very widely varying types and various different sectors) into the UK market from China. The job is to check the products before the order gets placed. The two guys who interviewed me say they have no structured document to fill in to ensure a…
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Accident at work - what are my rights
Hi everyone...my brother is 53 and has worked for his boss for approximately 3 years. The firm is a limited company, and my brother is the only employee. Last week, my brother was attending a job on his own (clearing a drain at height). His ladder was leaning against his van, and the top of it was against a gutter. Because…
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Work situation - what is the protocol?
Hi.A friend has a situation at work where one member of their small team - 3 folk in total - does little or no work. It is quite blatant; we are talking periods well in excess of half-hours at a time when they just message on their phone or - literally - do their nails. Lots of making hot drinks, lots of chatting with…
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Can an employer reclaim training course costs if you leave within 2 years of the course?
My DD has just started with a new employer in an office admin role. In her contract they state that they will reclaim any training course costs from her if she leaves within 2 years of the training - 100% reclaim if she leaves within 12 months and 50% reclaim if she leaves within 24 months of the completion of any course.…
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Another Access to Work question
I’d like to apply to Access to Work for a job coach for a while. I think I would be eligible and I think it would be very useful for me. I’ve heard that you have to pay up front and they pay you back. Has anyone used it and how long does it take for them to pay you back, to get some idea of how much money I’d need to have…
