#325: Spent Convictions Cannot Be Used To Stop You Getting That Job. The Law Is On Your Side More Than You Think!

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This episode discusses the legal protections available to individuals with criminal records in the job market.

Leave comments and questions here. If you would like a response, use our email: enquiries@employmentrightsonline.com Hi there. Last week we talked about everything YOU can do, practically and personally, to improve your chances of getting back into work when you have a criminal record. This week we explore the employment rights and legal protections that exist - to stop employers from simply shutting the door on you and denying you that job, just because you have a criminal conviction. In thi...

People in this episode

Host: Employment Rights Online

Topics covered

• employment rights
• criminal record
• legal protections
• job opportunities
• discrimination
• workplace rights

Keywords

• spent convictions
• employment law
• job denial
• criminal convictions
• workplace discrimination

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Organizations: Employment Rights Online

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