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You cannot work more than 48 hours a week on average - normally averaged…
Average working hours are calculated over a ‘reference’ period, normally…
You can choose to work more than 48 hours a week on average if you’re over…
The government's proposals to reform employment, health and skills support to tackle economic inactivity and support people into good work.
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