Temporary Contracts

[pixi]

Is it true that if you have been employed on a temporary contract without any breaks for a full 2 years then your employer must give you a permanent contract?

[Smithy82]

I dont think that's the case pixi because I have been temping for 4 years at the same company and have never heard of that.. I wish it was true though!!

[Sammy Snake]

I think it depends on the Company.  I worked for a high street bank and they definately had this rule (although I think it was 12 months there).  They used to let temps work for 11mths and then get rid.

[pixi]

hi everyone, thanks for your replies, hmmm wasnt sure if it was right or not, I've only worked there a year, but my mates been there 2 years temporary at end of month. Awww well we can always keep our fingers crossed :)

[Buenchico]

The limit is 4 years, not 2 (and there are certain exceptions).

Full details are available on the Department of Trade & Industry's website:
http://www.dti.gov.uk/er/fixed/fixed-pl512c.htm

Chris

[pixi]

hi Chris  thanks for the link, will pass on all info to my mates at work, cheers for that