Hours of work
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The maximum working hours for most employees are set out in the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. -
Find out about what work breaks and rest periods you are entitled to by law. -
Describes how the hours of work and the health and safety of night workers are regulated. -
This page describes employers' legal duty to keep detailed records of employees' starting and finishing times, the number of hours worked by employees and any leave taken by employees. -
Find out about your right to request flexible working and the guidance for employers and employees on how to make and handle requests.