holiday entitlement Flashcards
How many paid holidays is a full-time employee legally entitled to in the UK?
28 days
If an employee works irregular hours (e.g., zero-hours contract), how is their holiday entitlement usually calculated?
They give holidays based on the hours they work
Which law in the UK protects workers’ rights to holiday entitlement
The Working Time Regulations
Can an employer refuse to let an employee take holiday at a specific time
Yes, if it is a busy period for the business
If an employee does not use all their holiday entitlement in a year, what usually happens?
It is lost unless their contract allows carry-over
What happens to holiday entitlement if an employee leaves their job
They get paid for any unused holiday days
How much notice should an employee usually give when requesting holiday
At least double the length of the holiday requested
Why is holiday entitlement important in the hospitality industry?
It helps prevent employee burnout
