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Originally Posted by monkey2468
Problem is, in your 3 month probation, an employer doesn't NEED a reason to let you go.  Most employers, if there is a hint that you take sick leave, or are not punctual, will let you go in your probation. |
In this case employers should have a duty to extend your probationary period. Granted people get sick and are unable to work. I had 3 days off with food poisoning whilst at O2 and this was my only period of absence in my 6 month probationary period. I received a verbal warning for it. I then took it to my union rep, who was about as helpful as a cat flap in an elephant house. I would of took it further under the DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) as I am diabetic Type 1, but decided to leave as I couldn't be bothered with the hassle. A wee bit silly, I know, but it's something I felt I had to do. Had I of took it further O2 could of found some other excuse to get rid of me for taking action against them.
Many a time have I sat here and wondered that the laws governing the UK as a whole for employees are quite poor and something needs to change to protect employees rights from the start of their employment with a company. I think it's absolutely shocking that employees are required to be with a company 12/24 months before they have any
real rights. I am now tempted to contact my local MP,MSP or even the DWP regarding this. It's a loophole imo that needs to be closed.