2.5 Legislation

Question 1

Define legislation.

Answer 1

Legislation is a set of rules that governs the way society operates. It is another term for ‘laws’.

Question 2

What is the national living wage?

Answer 2

The National Living Wage is an hourly rate of pay which is set by the government. All employees above a certain age must receive at least this rate of pay.

Question 3

What are some of the factors that you cannot be treated differently in the workplace for?

Answer 3

• Age.
• Race.
• Religion.
• disability.

Question 4

Name three employees rights?

Answer 4

• Give maternity pay and paid holidays.
• Provide a safe working environment.
• Provide suitable training.

Question 5

How are businesses affected by employment laws?

Answer 5

• A business’ profits may suffer due to the minimum wage law if they have a lot of employees, especially if the employees are relatively unskilled.
• A business may decide to employ less people due to employment laws. This is more likely to happen if machinery could replace them.

Question 6

What are some of the ways a business can NOT follow health and safety laws?

Answer 6

• Not installing and maintaining safety equipment and clothing.
• Not giving employees sufficient breaks during the working day.

Question 7

What are consumer laws?

Answer 7

Consumer laws are laws that have been introduced to prevent businesses from treating their customers unfairly.