Work rights

What should be in your employment contract

Key terms to look for.

By Priyanshu Goyal · 16 Mar 2026 · 1 min read · checked 22 Oct 2026

Job title and duties.
Pay and pay date.
Hours.
Holiday.
Notice period.

Ask questions before you sign.

Sources

Employment contracts (gov.uk)
Acas
Employment status (gov.uk)

Last checked 22 Oct 2026. Rules change, so confirm on gov.uk.

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