Property News · March 9, 2012

Sun, sea, sickness … how employment law could save your holiday


Changes to the Working Time Regulations will mean workers who fall ill on holiday will be entitled to extra time off in compensation. Do you agree with this?The unfortunate coincidence of being struck down by illness the day before your holiday is a frustration known to many. You’re a picture of health all year round, then the moment your holiday arrives you succumb to flu or more seriously fracture or break a bone.Up until now, holidays sabotaged by illness have had to be treated as an unfortunate coincidence. But not for much longer, as controversial changes to the Working Time Regulations are expected in October. It will mean workers who become ill during their holidays will be legally entitled to take extra time off to compensate them, provided they produce a doctor’s note to prove their illness. Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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