Minimum wage, holiday pay and sick pay
Current National Living Wage rates, the 28-day holiday entitlement, and Statutory Sick Pay — and what to do if you're underpaid.
Current National Living Wage rates, the 28-day holiday entitlement, and Statutory Sick Pay — and what to do if you're underpaid.
Key points to understand
Current minimum/living wage rates by age
Current minimum/living wage rates by age. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
5.6 weeks' paid holiday: how it's calculated
5.6 weeks' paid holiday: how it's calculated. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
SSP and reporting an underpaying employer
SSP and reporting an underpaying employer. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Practical tips
- Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
- Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
- Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.
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