What is the law concerning working 4 hours, are you entitled to a break?

[akoito]

( are you entitled to a 15 minutes break ? ) I just wondering ,because i was working for many years without a break ( 4 hours straight ) now a new manager said to the new satff they are allowed 15 mins break ?? so please any ideas ?? cheers ,, x

[cgksheff]

The law states 20 minutes for every 6 hours.

 

Nothing to stop a company giving you better than that, though.

[akoito]

The law states 20 minutes for every 6 hours.

 

Nothing to stop a company giving you better than that, though.

 

how about just 4 hours work only ?

[cgksheff]

There are differences for certain types of work and conditions, but for general work, the law does not require an employer to give you a break for a 4 hour shift.

 

Some guidance:

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/Employees/WorkingHoursAndTimeOff/DG_10029451

[warrior8]

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[cgksheff]

Google Maps

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But .. No, I haven't heard of Google Akoito.

Do you have a link?

[akoito]

Have you heard of Google Akoito?

 

yes , thank you, but i have the right to post here what ever i want as long as not rude one and not hurting anyone,

,, have you have heard about rights , warrior ?? thank you ,!

[akoito]

There are differences for certain types of work and conditions, but for general work, the law does not require an employer to give you a break for a 4 hour shift.

 

Some guidance:

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/Employees/WorkingHoursAndTimeOff/DG_10029451

 

thanks sheff,, very much appreciated ,, x

[Sheffting]

depends on company but where i work after you have done 4 1/2 hours you are allowed 15mins

[HeadingNorth]

Things must have changed ... I remember, in the early 90s, a lot of companies offering 3hr 45min shifts, precisely because if they paid you for a four hour shift they'd have to allow you a fifteen minute break.