If the employer requires the employee to work on a statutory holiday, what arrangement should be made?
Labour DepartmentIf the employer requires the employee to work on a statutory holiday, the employer should make the following arrangement:
Alternative Holiday Arrangement | Prior Notice to Employee on the Date of Alternative Holiday |
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An alternative holiday should be arranged within 60 days before the statutory holiday | To be given not less than 48 hours' prior notice before the alternative holiday |
An alternative holiday should be arranged within 60 days after the statutory holiday | To be given not less than 48 hours' prior notice before the statutory holiday |
If the employer and employee agree, any day within 30 days before or after the statutory or alternative holiday may be taken by the employee as a substituted holiday.
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Last update: 26 Jun 2024