Wednesday Blog – Did You Know? Employers Must Record Employees’ Working Hours:
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Did You Know? Employers Must Record Employees’ Working Hours
Content:
Following European Court of Justice rulings (and supported by UK case law), all UK employers must keep accurate daily records of working hours — even for salaried staff — to prove compliance with the Working Time Regulations 1998.
This includes ensuring:
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Staff do not work more than 48 hours per week on average (unless they’ve opted out)
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Workers receive minimum daily and weekly rest periods
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Accurate timesheets or system records are maintained
💡 Digital HR systems like Breathe HR, offered through Consensus HR, make this simple — allowing automatic tracking and easy reporting for compliance audits.
Comment from Matthew Chilcott – Owner:
“Accurate working time records aren’t just a legal requirement — they’re a great way to improve productivity and protect your business from potential disputes.”
👉 Find out more about Breathe HR and how it supports compliance: www.consensushr.com
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