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F.A.Q's

Community has the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.

Employment Rights

  • What are my rights?
  • Can my employer stop me joining a union?
  • My employer says he doesn’t recognise the union. What does this mean?
  • Can the union represent me at a disciplinary or a formal complaint?

Parental Rights

  • What are my rights at work while pregnant?
  • Can I take Maternity leave?
  • Can I take Paternity leave?
  • Can I take Parental leave?
  • Can I request flexible hours?
  • How do I request flexible hours?

 

Holiday Rights

  • What are my rights on a public holiday/ bank holiday?
  • Can my employer stop me taking my holidays?
  • Can my employer force me to take my holidays?

 

Pay and working condition Rights

  • Can my employer make deductions to my pay?
  • What rest breaks am I entitled to?
  • How do I calculate my average hours?
  • What are my rights working nightshift?

Union Rights

  • Can my employer stop me joining a union?

  • My employer doesn't recognise community, what does this mean?

    Leaving my Job

    • Can I take my Community membership with me if I leave my job?
    • Can Community still help me if I move to an ununionised workplace?
    • If I wish to retain my membership but am unemployed or retired do I have to pay the same rate?
    • What are the benefits for non-working members?
    • If I’m made redundant how can the union help?

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