Know Your Rights
Whether you're employed, self-employed, or not sure which — understanding your rights protects you. This hub covers everything from minimum wage to unfair dismissal, with free tools to check your specific situation.
Guides
Employee vs Self-Employed — What's the Difference?
The legal tests, what factors matter, and why it affects your rights.
Read guideMinimum Wage Rights for Beauty Workers
Who's entitled, current rates, and what to do if you're underpaid.
Read guideHoliday Pay Explained
How to calculate entitlement for full-time, part-time, and irregular hours.
Read guideLeaving a Job — Your Rights
Notice periods, garden leave, restrictive covenants, and final pay.
Read guideUnfair Dismissal Guide
What counts as unfair dismissal and how to challenge it.
Read guideRedundancy Guide
Your rights, statutory redundancy pay, and consultation requirements.
Read guideApprenticeship Rights
Pay, training hours, and protections for beauty apprentices.
Read guideInteractive Tools
Employment Status Checker
Find out if you're legally employed or self-employed.
NMW Pay Checker
Check if you're being paid the legal minimum.
Apprentice Pay Checker
Check your apprenticeship pay meets the legal minimum.
Holiday Pay Calculator
Work out your statutory holiday entitlement and pay.
Notice Period Calculator
Find out your minimum notice period under UK law.