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Rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are highest in young people aged 15 to 24 years, with more than 350 diagnoses every day in this age group in 2024.
Being made redundant - rights, statutory payments you're entitled to, notice periods and consultation, finding a job.
Redundancy is a form of dismissal from your job. It happens when employers…
Your employer should use a fair and objective way of selecting you for…
You’ll normally be entitled to statutory redundancy pay if you’re an…
If you’re made redundant, you may get a ‘termination payment’. This could…
You must be given a notice period before your employment ends. The…
You’re entitled to a consultation with your employer if you’re being made…
Your employer might offer you ‘suitable alternative employment’ within…
You can get help from the Jobcentre Plus Rapid Response Service to: write…
It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of their sex, religion, disability or certain other personal characteristics ('protected characteristics')
It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of: age…
Discrimination can come in one of the following forms: direct…
The law protects you against discrimination at work, including: dismissal…
If you think you’ve been unfairly discriminated against you can: complain…
Legal rights for pregnant employees - including paid time off for antenatal appointments, maternity leave and pay, protection against discrimination and telling the employer about the pregnancy.
How to apply for a council house or flat - housing waiting lists, types of tenancies, the Right to Buy scheme and repairs, complaining about the council
Rules employers must follow when making staff redundant - consultations, notice periods, compulsory and non-compulsory redundancy and redundancy pay
The official guide on what to expect after submitting a claim to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA).
Explore learning designed to give you the skills you need to work with Parliament.
Find out about our Direct Lending Facility: its benefits, eligibility criteria and how to apply.
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