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These pages contain a comprehensive package of legislation and agreements which have an effect on your terms of employment.

An employment contract is not a piece of paper which you should just unthinkingly sign. The items which should be agreed upon and stated in an employment contract, and the obligations of both the employee and the employer, are stipulated in the Employment Contract Act.

The collective agreement on the terms and conditions of work is another important element which will have an effect on your employment. It would be a good idea to familiarise yourself with the contents of the collective agreement at the start of your employment. On these pages you will find more detailed information on employment contracts and collective agreements, both of which are of fundamental importance to your terms of employment.

In addition there are numerous other laws and agreements which have an effect on your employment terms. These are briefly introduced on these pages. You will also find useful information on shop stewards, pay and unemployment benefits along with tips on ways of solving possible problems with the employer.