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Working in North Yorkshire

Working in North Yorkshire

 
There are many employment opportunities in North Yorkshire and we hope that you will find one that suits your existing skills and ambitions.� The information on this page may help you to access the job that is right for you.
 
Employment opprotunties in the public sector in North Yorkshire
 
For information on opportunities in the public sector, please visit�http://www.oneplacenorthyorks.com/
 
There is also information available at www.newtotheuk.co.uk
 
Translating your qualifications
 
UK NARIC�is the National Agency responsible for providing information, advice and expert opinion on vocational, academic and professional skills and qualifications from over 180 countries worldwide.� As the National Agency, managed on behalf of the UK Government,�they provide the only official source of information on international qualifications to organisations recruiting from overseas and to individuals wishing to work or study in the UK.
 
For more information, visit the UK NARIC website at http://www.naric.org.uk/.
 
Yorkshire and the Humber immigration priorities
 
The Border and Immigration Agency have set out their priorities for Yorkshire and the Humber on their website.  Details can be found at http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/managingborders/your-region/north-east-yorkshire-humber/ 
 
Knowing your rights
 
There are numerous sources of information for workers on their rights.  The Gangmasters Licencing Authority has translations of these documents in a number of languages.  Visit their website http://www.gla.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1013184
 
Vulnerable workers can seek advice about their workplace rights and report abuses of those rights through a new Governmenthelpline:
 
The helpline number is 0800 917 2368.
The textphone number is 0800 121 4042.
 
National minimum wage
 
There is a national minimum wage in the UK.  For more information about how the minimum wage applies to you and what to do if you are not receiving it, visit the Government website http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/Employees/TheNationalMinimumWage/DG_10027201 The website has translations of the information into a number of languages.
 
Problems with your gangmaster?
 
If you are having problems with your gangmaster/employer, you should contact the Gangmasters Licencing Authority for advice at http://www.gla.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1013184