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We understand that having a job is an essential part of most people’s lives. When you are in work or running your own business, you can be faced with many difficult issues, so it is essential to know what your rights are. Here you can find out more about those rights and how to solve problems you have at your workplace.
The Citizens Advice information site is the best place to start looking for help and advice. Click the button below.
Search below for contact details of organisations who may be able to help further.
Work
| Service | Contact number or website | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service | 0300 123 1100 www.acas.org.uk |
Employment information, mediation, early conciliation |
| Cheshire, Halton and Warrington Race and Equality Centre | 01244 400 730 www.chawrec.org.uk |
Employment discrimination advice charity – not free |
| Ellesmere Port Work Zone | 0151 356 6667 |
Help preparing for work – free to income-related benefit claimants |
| Chester Work Zone | 01244 976 028 |
Help preparing for work – free to income-related benefit claimants |
| Northwich Work Zone | 01606 288 540 |
Help preparing for work – free to income-related benefit claimants |
| Winsford Work Zone | 01606 288 901 |
Help preparing for work – free to income-related benefit claimants |
| University of Law - Pro Bono (Term time only) | 01483 216848 www.law.ac.uk |
Chester Employment Rights Advice Line |
| Maternity Action | 0808 802 0029 maternityaction.org.uk |
General employment information for pregnant women and new mums |
| Equality and employment law centre | 0151 237 2664 www.equalityandemploymentlaw.co.uk |
Not for profit employment law and discrimination centre |
Business/ Self-Employment
| Service | Contact number or website | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Business Support Helpline | 0300 456 3565 | |
| HMRC Business Coronavirus Helpline | 0300 456 3565 |
Advice on tax and benefits for self-employed and businesses |
| Equality Employment Law Centre, Liverpool | 0151 237 2664 www.equalityandemploymentlaw.co.uk |
Employment, Business and HR advice. Legal aid or fees apply. Free initial consultation |