Advice | Acas

Acas's advice is for every worker and employer across England, Scotland and Wales. We advise on employment law and good practice.

If you want to speak to someone, you can contact the Acas helpline.

Advice topics

How to agree pay and working arrangements. Flexible working. Wages and deductions.

How workers can take time off. Managing absence. Annual leave and sick leave.

How to make work more inclusive. Health and wellbeing. Handling discrimination and bullying.

What should be in a contract. Applying and hiring. Resignation, retirement and dismissals.

When and why employers should consult. Changes to contracts. TUPE transfers.

How to solve problems. Informal steps. Discipline and grievance. Employment tribunals.

What to put in letters, forms and policies. Free templates for workers and employers.

What employers must do. Minimum standards of fairness. Used by employment tribunals.