Fixed-term Employees Regulations 2002: Core legislation governing fixed-term employment, ensuring equal treatment with permanent employees, regulating contract succession, and determining automatic permanent status after 4 years
Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation covering notice periods, unfair dismissal rights, redundancy payments, and requirements for written employment statements
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring non-discrimination, equal treatment obligations, and protection of characteristics in employment relationships
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations governing working hours, holiday pay calculations, and outstanding leave entitlements at contract termination
ACAS Code of Practice: Practical guidance on proper procedures for ending employment and ensuring fair treatment during termination process
Notice Period Requirements: Contractual and statutory notice periods that must be observed when ending fixed-term employment
Final Pay Calculations: Requirements for calculating and processing final salary, including any outstanding payments, bonuses, or deductions
Company Property Returns: Procedures and obligations regarding the return of company equipment, documents, and other assets
Confidentiality Obligations: Ongoing duties regarding confidential information and trade secrets post-employment
Holiday Entitlement: Calculation and payment of any accrued but unused holiday pay upon contract termination
Post-termination Restrictions: Any applicable restrictions on future employment or business activities after contract end
Tax Compliance: Tax implications and requirements for final payments and P45 documentation
Data Protection Obligations: Ongoing obligations under GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 regarding employee personal data
