Time off work

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  What are the potential consequences of an employer failing to allow a union representative or member reasonable time off for union duties or activities?

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  What are the potential consequences of an employer failing to comply with the provisions of the Acas code of practice on time off for trade union duties and activities?

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  If a union representative carries out trade union duties outside working hours, are they entitled to paid time off in lieu?

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  If a union representative works part-time hours, are they entitled to be paid for union duties carried out outside those hours?

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  How is payment for time taken off for union duties calculated if the union representative's pay normally varies depending on the work done?

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  For what kind of training are union representatives entitled to paid time off?

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  Do employers have to provide facilities to enable union representatives to carry out their union duties?

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  How much notice must union representatives give to their employer of time off required for union duties?

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  Can an employer refuse time off for union duties or activities at a particular time due to the requirements of the business?

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  Do non-union employee representatives have the right to paid time off to carry out their duties?