Handle union members' right to time off to take part in union activities
Key points
Employees who are members of a recognised independent trade union are entitled to time off to enable them to participate in trade union activities, subject to certain limitations.
The entitlement is to a reasonable amount of unpaid time off.
If an employer refuses an employee time off, the employee may present a claim to the employment tribunal.
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