Employees generally have the broadest rights, including statutory sick pay, protection from unfair dismissal in qualifying circumstances and redundancy rights. Workers usually have rights such as the National Minimum Wage, paid holiday, rest breaks and protection from discrimination, but fewer rights than employees. Genuine self-employed contractors usually handle their own tax and have fewer employment protections, although the legal status depends on the working relationship, not just the contract’s wording. Compare the position using GOV.UK and Acas guidance, and consider advice from a solicitor regulated by the SRA if your status is disputed.