Right to work checks should be carried out on all prospective employees. This includes British, EU, EEA and non-EEA nationals.
Assumptions should not be made about an individual’s right to work based on their colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, accent or length of time they have been resident in the UK. To do so could amount to discrimination for which compensation is uncapped in the Employment Tribunal.
Given the fast pace of change, we would stress that this information is designed to be informative, not advisory and represents our understanding of English law and practice as at the date indicated. We would always recommend that you should seek specific guidance on any particular legal issue.
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