The statutory notice period in the UK depends on how long an employee has worked for their employer:
Contractual notice: You must follow the contract specifying a longer notice period.
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You pay normal pay if the employee is off sick and unable to work during their notice period.
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Read moreThe statutory notice period in the UK depends on how long an employee has worked for their employer: 1 month to 2 years: At least one week’s notice 2 to 12 years: One week’s notice for each year of service, up to a maximum of 12 weeks 12 years or more: 12 weeks’ notice Contractual […]
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