Pay Issue

Permanent reduction in workload with full pay

Is this considered a reasonable adjustment under UK Law?

Overview

Doing 50% work for 100% pay is not reasonable.

For Employees

You can't ask for less work for same pay forever. Ask for aids (software/dictation) to help speed you up.

For Employers

Adjust target volume? Yes. Keep full pay for half output? No.

Key Considerations

Pro-rata pay.
Productivity aids.

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