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Can an employer refuse to release a member of the Reserve Forces who has been called up to provide security for the Olympics?

When will reservists be called up to provide security for the Olympics?

Can a reservist be called up to provide security for the Olympics?

Can non-protected shop or betting workers opt out of Sunday working?

What special arrangements have been put in place for shop workers in large shops to opt out of Sunday working during the Olympics and Paralympics period?

In what circumstances might it be appropriate to extend an employee's probationary period?

Is it unlawful to ask for applicants' date of birth on application forms?

Must an employer always obtain an individual's consent before providing a reference for him or her?

Can an employer limit its liability by including a disclaimer in a reference?

What should the employer do if new evidence emerges after the conclusion of a disciplinary investigation, before the disciplinary procedure has been completed?

What are the rates for the basic state pension?

What are an employer's duties with regard to asbestos and a building it repairs and maintains?

What are the qualifying conditions required for an employee to bring a claim of unfair dismissal?

Does an employer have to give a written statement of reasons for dismissal?

Are there any circumstances in which an employer must give a written statement of dismissal to an employee without the normal required continuous service?

Where an employee has been absent on maternity leave must she return to work for a particular period of time before qualifying for another period of maternity leave and pay?

Which employees qualify for automatic enrolment into a pension scheme?

What is a "qualifying scheme" under the pensions auto-enrolment provisions?

How much must employers and employees contribute into their pension scheme under the pensions auto-enrolment provisions?

Do the auto-enrolment provisions affect employers that already provide their employees with access to a pension scheme?


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