Continuity of service
The period of time that an employee has worked for the same employer ignoring breaks for maternity, sickness, holidays and some other temporary interruptions.
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Contract workers
This is often used to refer to workers employed on fixed-term contracts who may or may not have unfair dismissal rights, according to whether they meet the eligibility criteria.
Contributory fault
Blameworthy conduct by an employee who has contributed to his or her dismissal. This is relied on by the employer as a reason for reducing compensation.
Costs order
Order determining who should pay the legal costs.
COT3
The standard form on which ACAS conciliation officers record a negotiated agreement.
Counterclaim
Defendant’s claim against the Claimant.