Agency Worker Regulations in force

The Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) came into force on 1st October to ensure that after a 12 week qualifying period temporary agency workers receive the same working and employment conditions as someone directly employed to do the same job.

The regulations cover conditions such as remuneration, paid holiday, working hours, overtime, bonuses and commission, maternity and anti-discrimination provisions and  Agency workers must now also have equal access to employment opportunities, collective facilities and training.

There is more information available our FAQ page and you can find full guidance on the BIS website.