Guidance

Zero hours contracts: guidance for employers

Guidance on zero hours contracts: what they are, how they affect employment rights, appropriate use and best practice.

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This guidance provides further information on zero hours contracts and how they should be used. It explains what they are and includes information on:

  • employment rights
  • appropriate use
  • inappropriate use
  • alternatives
  • best practice
  • exclusivity clauses

Updates to this page

Published 15 October 2015

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