Originally Posted by the sludge
i today have been in birmingham, for a interview for recruitment agency and the bird there has said if i dont go back then technically its harder for me to get employment
Correct..
I would speak to ACAS... look on the net... they have really good advice and help.
Also look up the working time regulations act.
You can find the whole thing on the internet.
This will give you details of your working rights.. but basically- 6 hours worked equals 20 mins break that is your legal minimum and they're breaking the law not letting you have it... BUT They are not breaking the law if they offer these breaks and you CHOOSE not to take them
If you get no satisfaction from your direct line manager go above his head in every instance I have done this the person above doesn't really know whats going on at ground level and thus is often somewhat concerned when they find out.
Hope this helps... coming from a retail environment I am quite up on HR rules and similar so if you have any specifics I may be able to help.
Jake