TabsContent Work is a very important part of people’s lives, whether it is paid or unpaid work. In the UK, everyone who does paid work is protected by statutory rights, that is, rights that are guaranteed by law. If you know about your rights, it will stop you from being treated unfairly or missing out on what you are entitled to.This module consists of four sections, covering a wide range of topics related to rights and responsibilities:An overview of rights and responsibilities at work in the UKClaiming rights: Role of trade unions in the UKWorkplace issues: past and present.Gender pay gapEqual opportunities - discrimination at workHealth and safety at work Paid annual leaveParental leaveNational minimum wage; living wageWorking hoursHome-based workWorkers rights in a globalised world Objectives In studying this module ' Rights and Responsibilities' students will be able to:Explain the rights and responsibilities available within the workplace in the UK.Analyse the history of trade unions and the role they have played in securing and defending workers' rights in the UK.Understand the history of some of the key workplace issues in the UK. Compare and contrast workers' rights on a global scale, particularly in relation to the impacts of globalisation.
