Annual leave
A period of free time or paid holidays, usually 4 weeks of work per year (pro-rata for part-time workers). Annual leave is generally only accumulated by full-time and part-time employees (not by casual workers).
"Annual leave" Stories
Essential Elements for Writing a Termination Letter
Learn essential steps for handling employee termination effectively, including what to include in a termination letter to mitigate risks and ensure compliance....
Maternity Leave - A Short Guide To What You're Entitled To
A woman is entitled to the same employment rights as if she was in work, during maternity leave. This means that annual leave, including bank holidays, should be accrued as usual throughout the maternity leave period....
The Power of Return-to-Work Interviews
Explore the importance of return-to-work interviews in understanding employee absences and fostering a supportive workplace culture....
Holiday Allowance - Can It Be Carried Over To the Following Year?
As we approach the end of the calendar year many of us will finalizing our holiday plans and looking to see how much allowance we have left (if any)....
Handling Unused Holiday Allowance Upon Employee Departure
Exploring what happens to leftover holiday allowance when employees leave a company, from compensation to legal considerations....
Exploring the Pros and Cons of Annual Leave Carryover
Considering annual leave carryover? Learn about its legality, benefits, and how to manage it effectively to keep both employees and the company happy....
Employee Annual Leave: Guidelines & Considerations
Discover the benefits of a generous annual leave policy and why unlimited vacation pay might not be the best option for your employees....
What To Do If Employees Don't Take Annual Leave
It seems a bit crazy to think that some people don't take all their annual leave entitlement each year. We can all think of times we’d kill for an extra day off even though our allowance is spent....
Managing Overlapping Annual and Sick Leave
Discover how to handle sick leave during annual leave, legal implications, and employee well-being considerations. Ensure fairness with IceHrm....
Should You Use Your Annual Leave to Travel?
Nothing beats the feeling of closing down your computer on the last day before your holiday. You can practically feel the collective pangs of envy as you set your out-of-office, making sure your desk is neat and tidy as you count down the hours until your well-deserved break....
How to Get Comfortable with Your Team Taking Time Off
Employees taking time off is healthy - for themselves, for you, and for the company. We think you should encourage time off more, so here’s a few reasons to get more comfortable with it....
Leave Encashment: Calculation, Taxation and Rule
Leave encashment is an often-ignored employment benefit, despite being a significant accrued component in the overall employee remuneration over the course of their professional life....
