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Re-newed fixed term Contract

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Postietjay
EX ROYAL MAIL
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Joined: 07 Mar 2013, 20:29
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Re-newed fixed term Contract

Post by Postietjay »

Hi all,

Been a postie since feb 13, had my 3rd 3 month contract re-newed and is not up untill november but received another contract which states from 1/12/13 - 31/01/14?

Everything is positive at work but Im slightly worried about being give a reduced 8 week instead of 12!

I even have my own round after 8 months!

Really concerned that after xmas, thats it... Especially with whats happening with the privatisation!
freelunch
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Re: Re-newed fixed term Contract

Post by freelunch »

It's likely because you are going onto permanent contract from Feb 1st
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dazzlin72
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Re: Re-newed fixed term Contract

Post by dazzlin72 »

You used to have to be offered a fixed contract after 12 months, but i think it's after 2 yrs now.
Greenbaum
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Joined: 22 Aug 2013, 18:13
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Re: Re-newed fixed term Contract

Post by Greenbaum »

I was renewing fixed term contracts for 2 1/2 years was told I was getting a permanent contract and got one saying long term so apart from not signing a new contract every few months I'm no better off. They can still get rid of you if they want to. If you're a duty holder you're probably as safe as anyone.