Employment Law for Year 13 Business Studies: Interactive Quizzes

Question 1

In the context of redundancy, which of the following is NOT a legally acceptable reason for selecting an employee for dismissal?

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Misconduct

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Lack of work

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Incapability

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Reorganisation

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of an employment contract?

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Written agreement

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Offer and acceptance

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Mutual obligations

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Consideration (payment)

Question 3

In the United Kingdom, which of the following can be potential remedies for unfair dismissal?

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Both of the above

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Compensation

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Reinstatement

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Neither of the above

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a form of trade union recognition in the United Kingdom?

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Automatic recognition

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Voluntary recognition

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Statutory recognition

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Unilateral recognition

Question 5

According to the Working Time Regulations 1998, the maximum average working week in the UK is:

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48 hours

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40 hours

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45 hours

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50 hours

Question 6

In the UK, the National Minimum Wage is:

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Set by the government

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Negotiated between employers and unions

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Determined by market forces

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Left to the discretion of employers

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for an employer to dismiss an employee in the UK?

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Employee's request

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Gross misconduct

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Poor performance

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Redundancy

Question 8

Under the Equality Act 2010, what characteristic is not protected?

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Socioeconomic status

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Age

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Disability

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Gender

Question 9

What is the main purpose of a disciplinary procedure in the workplace?

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To improve employee behavior

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To punish employees for misconduct

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To protect the employer from legal claims

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To support employees through difficult times

Question 10

Which of the following is a form of constructive dismissal?

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When an employee resigns due to a fundamental breach of contract by the employer

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When an employee is dismissed without notice

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When an employee is demoted without justification

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When an employee is given a pay cut

Question 11

Which of the following is not a type of flexible working arrangement?

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Full-time working

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Homeworking

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Part-time working

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Flexible start and finish times

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a potential remedy available to an employee in cases of unfair dismissal?

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Time off

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Reinstatement

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Re-engagement

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Compensation

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a reason for an employer to dismiss an employee fairly?

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Discrimination

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Misconduct

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Incapability

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Redundancy

Question 14

What is the primary purpose of a grievance procedure?

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To resolve workplace disputes fairly and impartially

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To punish employees who have breached company rules

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To protect employers from liability for employee complaints

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To prevent employees from taking legal action

Question 15

What is the main difference between a fixed-term contract and a permanent contract?

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Fixed-term contracts have a specific end date, while permanent contracts do not

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Permanent contracts can be terminated at any time, while fixed-term contracts cannot

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Fixed-term contracts offer more benefits than permanent contracts

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There is no difference between fixed-term and permanent contracts

Question 16

What is the main role of a trade union in employment law?

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To represent the interests of employees in negotiations with employers

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To provide legal advice to employees

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To enforce employment laws

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To set industry-wide wage rates

Question 17

What is the key difference between a breach of contract and a tortious act in employment law?

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A breach of contract occurs when an employer fails to fulfill their contractual obligations, while a tortious act is a civil wrong that causes harm to an employee

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A tortious act is more serious than a breach of contract

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Breaches of contract can only be brought by employees, while tortious acts can be brought by both employees and third parties

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There is no difference between a breach of contract and a tortious act in employment law

Question 18

Which of the following is **not** a type of employment contract?

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Sole trader

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Fixed-term

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Permanent

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Zero-hours

Question 19

Which Act protects employees from discrimination based on specific protected characteristics?

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Equality Act 2010

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Employment Rights Act 1996

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Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992

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Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

Question 20

According to UK law, what is the minimum notice period an employer must give an employee before terminating their employment?

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The notice period depends on the length of the employee's service

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One week

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Two weeks

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One month

Question 21

Which of the following is **not** a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?

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Qualifications

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Age

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Disability

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Religion or belief

Question 22

What is the name of the government body responsible for enforcing employment law in the UK?

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Employment Tribunals Service

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Health and Safety Executive

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Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS)

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Department for Work and Pensions

Question 23

Which of the following is **not** an essential provision of an employment contract?

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Employee's educational qualifications

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Job title and description

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Pay and benefits

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Hours of work

Question 24

What type of unfair dismissal occurs due to discrimination based on a protected characteristic?

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Automatic unfair dismissal

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Constructive dismissal

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Wrongful dismissal

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Ordinary unfair dismissal

Question 25

Which of the following is **not** a prohibited ground of discrimination under the Equality Act 2010?

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Criminal record

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Age

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Disability

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Gender

Question 26

What is the distinction between an express and an implied term in an employment contract?

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An express term is written down, while an implied term is not.

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An express term is implied by law, while an implied term is agreed upon by the parties.

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An implied term is written down, while an express term is not.

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There is no difference between an express and an implied term.

Question 27

What is the primary role of the ACAS in resolving employment disputes?

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To provide mediation and arbitration services

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To enforce employment law

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To represent employees in employment tribunals

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To impose fines on employers who violate employment law

Question 28

What is the main purpose of a grievance procedure?

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To provide a formal mechanism for employees to raise and resolve workplace issues

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To punish employees for misconduct

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To prevent employees from taking legal action

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To create a negative work environment

Question 29

How does the principle of equal pay for equal work contribute to workplace equity?

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Equal pay laws aim to promote fairness, prevent discrimination, and ensure equitable compensation based on work contributions, regardless of personal characteristics.

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It only applies to employees with the same job title and seniority.

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Employers are not legally required to offer equal pay for comparable work based on gender.

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Employees can take legal action without first trying to resolve the issue internally.

Question 30

Which of the following is not considered a fundamental term of an employment contract in the UK?

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Employee's national insurance number

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Name and address of the employer

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Job title and responsibilities

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Start date and place of work

Question 31

Under the Equality Act 2010, which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic against discrimination in the workplace?

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Political affiliation

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Age

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Disability

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Religion or belief

Question 32

What is a key aspect of the 'whistleblower' protection in UK employment law?

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Employees are protected from retaliation for reporting illegal or unethical activities.

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Whistleblowers must report wrongdoing directly to their line manager.

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Anonymous reporting is not permitted.

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Protection only applies to employees of large organizations.

Question 33

What is the statutory minimum period of notice that an employer must give to an employee with more than two years of service?

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One month

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One week

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Two weeks

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Varies depending on the employee's salary and position

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of UK employment law?

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Hierarchy and control

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Fairness and equity

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Flexibility and adaptability

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Mutuality of obligations

Question 35

What is the primary purpose of a workplace grievance procedure?

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To resolve employee complaints and grievances fairly and effectively

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To punish employees who violate company policies

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To document employee performance for disciplinary purposes

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To prevent employees from unionizing

Question 36

What is the main role of the Employment Tribunal in the UK?

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To hear and adjudicate on workplace disputes and complaints

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To make new laws and regulations governing employment

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To investigate allegations of discrimination and unfair treatment

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To provide legal advice to employers and employees

Question 37

What is the main legal purpose of employment contracts?

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They outline the terms and conditions of employment.

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They are casual agreements between employers and employees.

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They lack legal significance and can be easily ended by either party.

Question 38

Which term is NOT implied into every employment contract?

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The right to receive a bonus payment

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The right to be paid at least the minimum wage

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The right to be treated with dignity and respect

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The right to a safe and healthy working environment

Question 39

What is the role of ACAS in employment law?

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To provide advice and conciliation services to employers and employees

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To enforce employment law

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To represent employees in employment tribunals

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To set the minimum wage

Question 40

Within what time period must an employee bring an unfair dismissal claim?

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3 months

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1 month

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6 months

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1 year

Question 41

Which of the following is a legal duty of care owed by an employer to its employees?

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To provide a safe working environment

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To ensure that employees are paid accurately

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To provide training and development opportunities

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To promote a positive and inclusive work culture

Question 42

Which of the following is a characteristic of an employment contract?

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Can be implied

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Must be witnessed by a lawyer

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Must have a fixed period

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Can only apply to full-time employees

Question 43

The Equality Act 2010 makes it unlawful to discriminate against employees on the grounds of:

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Age, disability, and religion or belief

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Height, weight, and appearance

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Criminal record, political affiliation, and trade union membership

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Marital status, family responsibilities, and social class

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a fair reason for dismissing an employee?

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Personality clash

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Incapability

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Conduct

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Redundancy

Question 45

An employee who has been unfairly dismissed may be entitled to:

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Compensation or reinstatement

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A pay rise

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A promotion

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A transfer

Question 46

The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 requires employers to:

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Provide a safe working environment

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Provide free meals

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Pay overtime at double time

Question 47

The National Minimum Wage (NMW) is:

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The minimum hourly wage that employers must pay their employees

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A payment that is made to employees for overtime worked

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A salary that is paid to employees on a monthly basis

Question 48

What principle prohibits discrimination against individuals based on protected characteristics?

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Equality Act

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Health and Safety at Work etc. Act

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Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act

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Employment Rights Act

Question 49

Which of the following is a valid reason for dismissing an employee?

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Conduct

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Race

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Political affiliation

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Beliefs

Question 50

Which body is responsible for adjudicating employment law disputes?

Accepted Answer

Employment Tribunal

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Employment Court

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Industrial Tribunal

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Labour Tribunal

Question 51

What is the purpose of a 'without prejudice' communication in an employment law context?

Accepted Answer

To enable parties to negotiate a settlement confidentially, without the communication being admissible in a subsequent tribunal hearing.

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To admit liability

Question 52

Under which Act do employers have a legal duty to provide a safe working environment?

Accepted Answer

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act

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Whistleblower Protection Act

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Employment Rights Act

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Equality Act

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT a common type of trade union?

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Religious union

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General union

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Industrial union

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Professional union