Employment Act 2002 Flashcards
1
Q
how long is the paternity pay and leave period?
A
- pay= 2 weeks
- leave= 2 weeks
2
Q
how long is the adoption pay and leave period?
A
- pay= 26 weeks
- leave= 1 year
2
Q
what is the amount of income tax you pay dependant on?
A
- how much of your income is above your personal allowance
- how much of your income falls within each tax band
3
Q
what does this act say about fixed term work?
A
prevents less favourable treatment of fixed-term employees compared to permanent employees
4
Q
what is a P45?
A
you get this from your employer when you stop working for them which shows how much tax you’ve paid on your salary
5
Q
what is a P60?
A
shows the tax you’ve paid on your salary in the tax year
6
Q
what is the maternity pay period?
A
39 weeks
7
Q
how much maternity pay do you get?
A
£151.97 a week or 90% of your average weekly earnings for 39 weeks
8
Q
what is the minimum notice period that must be given for maternity leave?
A
28 days
