Overview

This bill aims to limit the application of the EU Working Time Directive in the UK. It seeks to exempt certain groups of workers and types of work from the Directive's regulations on working hours, overtime, and holiday entitlements.

Description

The Working Time Directive (Limitation) Bill seeks to amend existing legislation concerning working hours. Key aspects include:

• Opt-out provision: Employees can opt out of the Directive with their employer's agreement.
• Exemptions for specific professions: Doctors and other health professionals are exempted from the Directive's scope.
• On-call time: Time spent on-call but not actively working is excluded from working time calculations.
• Exclusion from certain entitlements: The Directive's restrictions will not apply to holiday and holiday pay, bonuses, or overtime calculations.
• International work: Time spent working overseas is excluded.
• Travel time: Travel to and from, or between, workplaces is not included in working time.

Government Spending

The bill does not directly specify government spending figures. The potential impact on government spending is indirect and uncertain, depending on the effects on employers' compliance costs and any potential legal challenges.

Groups Affected

This bill could affect various groups including:

• Employers: Changes to working time regulations may affect their operational costs and compliance requirements.
• Employees: Depending on their profession and agreement with their employer, workers could experience either more flexible working arrangements or reduced entitlements.
• Doctors and health professionals: This group would be exempt from certain working time restrictions.
• Trade unions: The bill may alter their role in representing workers' rights on working time.

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