In the UK, the minimum statutory requirement for paid holiday each year for a full time employee is 28 days or 5.6 weeks, including public holidays. Explore our guidance on annual leave, from Q and A’s to case law reports.

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Managing holidays: Guidance for managers
Information on how people managers can approach managing holiday in their team
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