New Rules for Young Workers in Force

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Young people are now protected by law from working excessive hours. The Europe-wide rules took effect in Britain on 6 April, alongside a tranche of family-friendly work provisions.

UK law has been amended to meet the requirements of the Young Workers' Directive. Most workers aged 16 and 17 will not be allowed to work more than eight hours a day or 40 hours a week. The new rules also prevent some young people from working at night.

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