Unlawful Deduction of Wages

Had pay illegally docked? Unpaid wages, unlawful deductions, or missing overtime could mean your employer owes you £100s or £1000s. You have rights – we’ll enforce them.

♕ Unlawful Deduction of Wages Claim

Unlawful deduction of wages occurs when an employer makes deductions from an employee’s pay without proper authorization or a legal basis. In most countries, including the UK, employers are not allowed to withhold or deduct wages unless certain conditions are met.

♕ Examples of Unlawful Deductions

If an employer deducts money from wages without written consent from the employee and not paying an employee for the hours they've worked, including overtime, bonuses, or commission that they are contractually entitled to.

♕ unlawful deduction of wages UK ACAS

According to ACAS if an employee believes they have had unlawful deductions from their wages, they may, Raise a grievance and Claim to an Employment Tribunal.