Gadget Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Handed my notice in at work on Fri 27 july, I only had to put a weeks notice in but handed a three week notice to finsh 17 aug. Just turned up for work today at 6 in the morning to find out they have terminated my contract two weeks early even though the letter states on there when I finish. Surely they can't do that can they, I have been sent off site and now have no job. Anyone got any ideas on if that is possible or where I go to sort it out??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 http://www.acas.org.uk/ Good luck mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr keef Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 I think they can send ya home but have to pay you up until ya contract finishes..cant you go on the lash and ring ya mates that still work there?winding them up from the bar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Does it state anything in your contract about them being able to terminate employment? I used to work for a huge electrical company and everyone who gave notice there was told to go immediately, but I do think they were paid up until their notice date. It came into force after someone at head office gave a months notice and then messed about with the computers changing wording on items so when we printed invoices we got stupid phrases instead of model numbers. Funny at first, but annoying on a very busy Saturday. Matt's new employer also seems to be doing this, but I think it's more in case they poach other members of staff when they go. Chantelle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 when any of our guys give us notice, we give them the option of working it, or let them go straight away and give them 39 hours for each week of the notice period, not many work it though:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 I would have thought they have to pay you up to the date you wish your employment to cease Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamanC Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Fairly sure they should be paying you and you are on garden leave How long have you been with them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 You tendered your resignation and your contract states that you need to give 1 weeks notice, I presume the same applies had they wanted to get rid of you? Personally I'd view this as them accepting your resignation when you gave it and then allowing you to work the 1 week notice period in your contract, you can't give notice and then decide to work an extra 2 weeks because you want the money. The question I have to ask is why you didn't just hand your notice in on the 10th? I doubt you have a leg to stand on legally with this, it's a rude of them and you gave them extra notice to allow them more time to replace you - learn from it, try to get some temp work for a couple of weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamanC Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 You tendered your resignation and your contract states that you need to give 1 weeks notice, I presume the same applies had they wanted to get rid of you? Personally I'd view this as them accepting your resignation when you gave it and then allowing you to work the 1 week notice period in your contract, you can't give notice and then decide to work an extra 2 weeks because you want the money. The question I have to ask is why you didn't just hand your notice in on the 10th? I doubt you have a leg to stand on legally with this, it's a rude of them and you gave them extra notice to allow them more time to replace you - learn from it, try to get some temp work for a couple of weeks. Ah my lover has returned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 You tendered your resignation and your contract states that you need to give 1 weeks notice, I presume the same applies had they wanted to get rid of you? Personally I'd view this as them accepting your resignation when you gave it and then allowing you to work the 1 week notice period in your contract, you can't give notice and then decide to work an extra 2 weeks because you want the money. The question I have to ask is why you didn't just hand your notice in on the 10th? I doubt you have a leg to stand on legally with this, it's a rude of them and you gave them extra notice to allow them more time to replace you - learn from it, try to get some temp work for a couple of weeks. Whohoo!! Michael's back!! I would imagine as a good employee you felt you were doing the best thing giving as mucc notice as possible. If they are good with their terms and conditions then I will be surprised if they pay you till the 17th. Did you give them that date in writing and if so did they also agree that date in return?? I suspect not to be honest. Good luck! H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamanC Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Speaking of lovers.......Morning Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Speaking of lovers.......Morning Paul. Morning Damo!! H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitesupraboy2 Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 You tendered your resignation and your contract states that you need to give 1 weeks notice, I presume the same applies had they wanted to get rid of you? Personally I'd view this as them accepting your resignation when you gave it and then allowing you to work the 1 week notice period in your contract, you can't give notice and then decide to work an extra 2 weeks because you want the money. The question I have to ask is why you didn't just hand your notice in on the 10th? I doubt you have a leg to stand on legally with this, it's a rude of them and you gave them extra notice to allow them more time to replace you - learn from it, try to get some temp work for a couple of weeks. exactly what I was going to put. You've basically worked your one week notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom S Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 employers sometimes look to do this, it is a harsh lesson but it is learned for next time;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 Break onto the site and streak through the office naked. As above, you've provided your adequate notice, worked it, and so I don't see why you do expect them to keep you on for another 2 weeks mate. They might of already replaced you..............with someone better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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