Sunday working and night working

Introduction

Guide

There are a number of rules that employers must follow when employing staff working on a Sunday or at night.

Sunday working rules

Anyone running a shop that is open on a Sunday needs to be familiar with the special regulations about employing staff, particularly their right to refuse to work on a Sunday. This guide outlines the Sunday working rules.

Night working rules

If you employ people to work for you at night, you need to know about the additional regulations covering the hours they are allowed to work, the minimum age of workers, and health and safety issues. This guide explains the night working rules.

Complying with the regulations will make for a happier and healthier workforce as well as helping to ensure you operate within the law.

This guide has advice on shift work involving Sunday/night work and terms and conditions for Sunday and night workers. It also outlines some practical steps you can take to keep your night and Sunday staff motivated and productive.