1.5.3 Business Legislation and Employment

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Legislation

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Laws created by the government that businesses must follow.

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Employment legislation

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Laws that protect the rights of workers, including fair pay, working hours, and conditions.

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Health and safety legislation

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Laws that ensure businesses provide a safe working environment for staff and customers.

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Consumer protection Legislation

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Laws designed to protect customers from unfair treatment or poor quality goods.

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Discrimination

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Treating someone unfairly based on gender, race, age, disability, or other characteristics.

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National Minimum wage

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The legal minimum that can be paid to workers in the UK.

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National Living Wage

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Higher than the National Minimum Wage - workers get it if they’re over 23.

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Employee Induction

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The training an employee receives when they start a new job including health and safety.

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Fines

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An amount a business has to pay if they do not follow legislation.

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Personal Protective equipment

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The equipment and clothing a business has to provide for its employees.