Your rights if your employer changes your hours

Your working hours are usually a contractual term. That means your employer generally cannot change them unilaterally without your agreement, unless your contract contains a flexibility clause.

Start by reading your written statement of employment particulars, which your employer must provide. Look for any clause that allows them to vary your hours.

If there's no such clause and your employer imposes a change, that could be a breach of contract. You can raise a grievance in writing as a first step.

Keep a calm, factual record of what was agreed and what changed. Harry can help you draft a grievance letter that sets out your position clearly.