Employment Rights Act – notice of shifts and payment for shifts cancelled, curtailed or moved at short notice
On the 2 June, Government published a consultation of reforms of zero hours and similar contracts, arguably the most consequential part of the Employment Rights legislation for the hospitality sector.
This consultation covers three key rights:
- 1
a right to guaranteed hours, where the number of hours offered reflects the hours worked by a qualifying worker during a reference period
- 2
a right to reasonable notice of shifts
- 3
a right to payment for shifts cancelled, curtailed, or moved at short notice
The consultation applies to employees and agency workers, but different rules may apply to each group depending on the circumstance.
The consultation closes on 25 August.
This guidance specifically covers proposals regarding notice of shifts and payment for shifts cancelled, curtailed or moved at short notice. To view our guidance on reforms to zero hours and similar contracts, click here.
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