Dismissal of Apprentices

Written by Kathryn Bolton.

There has been further consideration of apprenticeships in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic.  If you are an apprentice, or want to be an apprentice, it has been reassuring to hear that the government has committed to increase funding for businesses taking on apprentices and expand ‘portable’ apprenticeships so that they can be taken between employers. Nevertheless, apprentices can still face dismissal especially in the current climate. Like other employees you have certain rights, such as the right to claim unfair dismissal (subject to being employed for at least 2 years) and protection against discrimination.  We set out some help and guidance about apprentice rights below.

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