UK Employment Rights Guide 2026: Know Your Workplace Rights

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UK Employment Rights Guide 2026

Know your workplace rights with free calculators. All tools use official 2026 rates and UK employment law.

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Employment Rights Calculators

Official UK employment law calculators for 2026 – know your rights

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Holiday Entitlement Calculator UK 2026

Calculate your statutory holiday entitlement including bank holidays. 5.6 weeks minimum for full-time workers.

5.6 weeks statutory minimum
Part-time & full-time calculations
Bank holiday inclusion
Pro-rata for starters/leavers

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Sick Pay Calculator UK 2026

Calculate statutory sick pay (SSP) entitlement. £118.75/week for eligible employees in 2026.

£118.75/week (2026)
SSP from day 1 (2026 rules)
No earnings threshold
28-week maximum tracking

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Maternity Pay Calculator UK 2026

Calculate statutory maternity pay (SMP) with 2026 rates. 90% for 6 weeks then £187.18/week.

90% first 6 weeks
£187.18/week for 33 weeks
Qualifying week calculator
Enhanced pay comparison

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Redundancy Pay Calculator UK 2026

Calculate statutory redundancy pay based on UK employment law. Know your entitlement for 2026.

Age-based calculation
Service length tracking
Weekly pay cap (£700)
Enhanced redundancy comparison

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Notice Period Calculator UK 2026

Calculate statutory minimum notice period based on UK employment law and service length.

Statutory minimums
Service-based calculation
Contractual vs statutory
Garden leave scenarios

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Unpaid Leave Impact Calculator UK 2026

Calculate the financial impact of unpaid leave on your salary, tax, and NI contributions.

Real take-home impact
Tax & NI savings included
Daily/hourly rate breakdown
Pension impact analysis

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Accurate calculations based on official 2026 UK employment law

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Official 2026 rates: All calculators use verified UK employment law data, HMRC rates, and statutory payment thresholds. Updated regularly.

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2026 Law Changes

New from April 2026: SSP from day 1, no earnings threshold for SSP, day 1 unfair dismissal rights, enhanced parental leave protections.

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Need Help?

ACAS Helpline: 0300 123 1100 (free advice). Citizens Advice: Free workplace guidance. GOV.UK: Official employment info.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my basic employment rights in the UK?

All UK workers are entitled to: National Minimum Wage, 5.6 weeks paid holiday, itemized payslips, safe working conditions, protection from discrimination, and rest breaks. Employees (not self-employed) get additional rights including unfair dismissal protection, statutory sick pay, maternity/paternity rights, and redundancy pay.

How much holiday am I entitled to?

The statutory minimum is 5.6 weeks (28 days for full-time workers) per year. Part-time workers get a pro-rata amount. This can include bank holidays. Use our Holiday Entitlement Calculator to work out your exact entitlement based on your working pattern.

What is Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)?

SSP is £118.75 per week (2026) paid by your employer for up to 28 weeks if you’re off sick. From April 2026, SSP is paid from day 1 with no earnings threshold and 80% earnings for low-paid workers under the new Employment Rights Act.

How is maternity pay calculated?

Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) is paid for 39 weeks: first 6 weeks at 90% of your average earnings (no limit), then 33 weeks at £187.18/week or 90% of earnings (whichever is lower). You need 26 weeks continuous service by the 15th week before your due date.

What redundancy pay am I entitled to?

Statutory redundancy pay is based on your age, length of service, and weekly pay (capped at £700/week in 2026). You get: 0.5 week’s pay per year if under 22, 1 week’s pay per year if 22-40, and 1.5 week’s pay per year if 41+. Maximum 20 years service counts. You must have 2+ years continuous service to qualify.

How much notice do I have to give?

Statutory minimum notice depends on your service: 1 week if employed 1 month-2 years, then 1 week per year of service (up to 12 weeks maximum after 12 years). Your contract may require more. During notice, you’re entitled to full pay. Use our Notice Period Calculator for your specific situation.

Does unpaid leave affect my tax?

Yes! Unpaid leave reduces your taxable income, so you pay less income tax and National Insurance. This means the actual cost is less than the gross salary deduction. For example, a £500 gross deduction only costs a basic-rate taxpayer around £340 in actual take-home pay reduction. Use our Unpaid Leave Impact Calculator to see the real cost.

What are the new employment rights changes in 2026?

Major changes in 2026: Day 1 rights (no qualifying period for unfair dismissal), SSP from day 1 (no waiting days), no earnings threshold for SSP, enhanced parental rights, right to predictable contract terms, protection from unfair dismissal for pregnancy, and stronger flexible working rights. The Employment Rights Act 2024 introduces the biggest reforms in decades.