Who is eligible to make an employment tribunal claim in the UK?

20 Sept 2026, 21:31
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Who is eligible to make an employment tribunal claim in the UK?

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Employees and, for some types of claim, workers, job applicants and former employees may be eligible to bring an employment tribunal case. Possible claims include unfair dismissal, discrimination, unpaid wages, holiday pay and whistleblowing, although eligibility depends on your status and the facts. Ordinary unfair dismissal usually requires two years’ service, while discrimination and certain other claims may not have that requirement. Time limits are often three months less one day, and you normally need to contact Acas for early conciliation first. For advice on your circumstances, consider speaking to a solicitor regulated by the SRA or checking GOV.UK.

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