Notice periods

[*ALFIE*]

Whats the earliest notice you can give at work ?

[dotjhawkes]

If you do not need a reference or your wages/ holiday pay/bonuses paid up to date, just don't go in! You need a P45 though and so it is best to serve notice. Other than that, refer to your company handbook on terms or employment/notice periods, this varies depending on your length of service. If you are on a probationary period it can be instant. (On both sides)

[Chiselh]

I highly recommend you consult with ACAS on any employment law related questions. Otherwise if you have a Citizens Advice Bureau near to you, go and visit them!

You can browse ACAS's website on - www.acas.org.uk

They have been of great help to me in many an employment law problem! Even when I thought I didn't have any rights, you'd be surprised at what they may tell you!

Good luck.

[jlbharper]

Depends if you have a contract or a statement of terms.

If none of the above statutory law will prevail.

Less than one months service - nil

One month to two years - 1 week

two to three years - 2 weeks

an additional week for each year of continuous employment to a max of 12 weeks