Employment Law in the UK has evolved drastically in the last couple of decades.  The rules and regulations that are incorporated within the law are there to ensure a continued positive employment relationship.  This relates to the relationship between the employer, employee and trade union.

And over the past years the body of law that surrounds the statutory rights of individuals in the workplace is particularly well known.  This includes Acts that have been put in place that affect working conditions, salary, job security and other important employment law rights.

All workers are protected from unfair dismissal and ensure job security by the Employment Rights Act which also establishes other rights such as those related to maternity and paternity leave. 

The Working Time Regulations Act ensures fair working hours for employees, and The National Minimum Wage Act which establishes a minimum hourly rate to be paid ensures that no workers are underpaid and taken advantage of.

Employment Law in the UK regarding collective employment law relates to the rights of workers with regards to the decision making process within an organisation.

The Trade Unions and Labour Relations Act is responsible for governing the collective responsibility between Trade Unions, employees and employers.  These regulations may be lesser known by individual employees, however they are just as important when it comes to employment law in the UK.

Organisations must ensure that they abide by the statutory rights and regulations set out by each Employment Law Act to ensure a fair working environment, fair treatment, and a positive employment relationship.