Question: Explain two reasons why employees might join a trade union. (4 marks)
Model Answer
One main reason employees join a trade union is to gain collective bargaining power through 'strength in numbers'. This means that by negotiating as a large group, they are much more likely to be listened to by employers and secure better pay or working conditions than if they asked individually.
A second reason is to receive legal protection and advice if problems arise at work. For example, if an employee is unfairly dismissed or discriminated against, the union can provide a lawyer or representative to support them in a tribunal, ensuring their rights are upheld.
Question: Explain what must be included in a contract of employment and why this is important. (4 marks)
Model Answer
A contract of employment must clearly state the employee's rate of pay and when they will be paid. This is vital so that both parties agree on the financial value of the work, preventing future disputes about wages or missing payments.
It must also include the specific job title and working hours. This is important because it sets clear boundaries on what is expected of the employee, ensuring they are not forced to work excessive hours without agreement.
Question: Explain the difference between the national minimum wage and the national living wage. (4 marks)
Model Answer
The main difference is based on age: the National Minimum Wage applies to younger workers (typically those under 23). This rate is often lower, reflecting the idea that younger people are still gaining experience and may have fewer financial responsibilities.
In contrast, the National Living Wage is a higher mandatory rate for workers aged 23 and over. This higher rate recognizes that independent adults generally have higher living costs, such as rent and family support, which require a higher income to sustain.
Question: Explain what consumers can do if goods they have purchased are faulty. (4 marks)
Model Answer
If goods are faulty, a consumer has the legal right to reject the item and request a full refund. This usually applies within the first 30 days of purchase if the product is not fit for purpose or does not match its description.
Alternatively, the consumer can ask for a repair or a replacement of the item. Under the Consumer Rights Act, the retailer must do this within a reasonable time and without causing significant inconvenience or cost to the customer.
Question: Explain the difference between legal responsibilities and moral responsibilities. (4 marks)
Model Answer
Legal responsibilities are duties written into law that must be followed by everyone. If you fail to meet these, such as disobeying traffic laws, you face official punishments from the state, including fines, community service, or imprisonment.
On the other hand, moral responsibilities are based on personal conscience and what is considered 'right' or 'wrong'. There is no official punishment for breaking them; for example, giving up your seat for an elderly person is the right thing to do, but you cannot be arrested for refusing.
Question: Explain why the rule of law is important in a democratic society. (4 marks)
Model Answer
The rule of law is crucial because it ensures that no individual, regardless of their power or wealth, is above the law. This prevents dictatorship and corruption, ensuring that even government ministers must follow the same rules as ordinary citizens.
It also ensures fairness and equality within the justice system. This means citizens can trust that if they are victims of a crime, the legal process will protect their rights and treat them equally, maintaining order and safety in society.
Student's Answer
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Targets
- You did not attempt this question. Even a guess is better than leaving it blank.
- Remember: Trade unions are about 'strength in numbers' and protection at work.
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Student's Answer
You can need rights and Gcse's
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Targets
- This answer is incorrect. GCSEs are qualifications, not part of a job contract.
- "Rights" is too vague. You need to list specific things like "Pay", "Hours", or "Job Title".
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Student's Answer
national minimum wage is what you should be paid by gov but living wage is what you need to be paid to live
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Targets
- You have a misconception here: The government does not pay the minimum wage; the employer does.
- You need to learn the specific difference: Minimum wage is for under 23s, Living wage is for over 23s.
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Student's Answer
They could sue the place or return the goods
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that you can return the goods.
Targets
- "Sue the place" is a very extreme step. Better answers would include "ask for a refund," "ask for a repair," or "ask for a replacement."
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Moral rights are things your expected to do but wont get punished for it so that a resonsibilite
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Strengths
- You correctly understood that moral responsibilities do not result in official punishment.
Targets
- You did not explain what a *legal* responsibility is (written in law, carries fines/prison).
- Try to give an example of each to secure more marks.
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Student's Answer
You are meant to follow the law and respect the rules or law
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Targets
- This is too vague. Why is it *important*? (e.g., "So that no one is above the law" or "To keep society safe/fair").
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Student's Answer
One reason why an employee might join a trade union is for extra protection, this is because that unions specialise in helping employees that have been meaning reason.
Another reason why they might join a trade union is to gain experience. This is easier as they help you get a better understanding of the job.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that unions provide protection for employees.
Targets
- The second point about "gaining experience" is incorrect. Unions are for rights/pay, not job training.
- Develop your first point: How do they protect you? (e.g., "Legal advice if you are unfairly dismissed").
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Student's Answer
In a contract of employment, your rights are written on the paper and the terms and permissions. This is important as if pay is not forgiven to you you could get into serious trouble and possibly losing their company (depends on size)
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Strengths
- You identified that pay must be included.
Targets
- The phrasing "not forgiven to you" is unclear. Use clear terms like "If you are not paid the correct amount."
- You need a second specific item to be included (e.g., "Hours of work" or "Job title").
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The minimum wage is how much someone earning has to get paid (varies on age). However, the national living wage is the amount of money you are paid to stay alive. To be specific, you must be a citizen to claim national living wage.
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Strengths
- You correctly noted that minimum wage varies by age.
Targets
- Your definition of Living Wage is incorrect. It is simply the *higher* minimum rate for workers aged 23+. It has nothing to do with "citizenship" or just "staying alive".
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One thing they can do is request a return within a set reasonable amount of time. Another thing consumers can do is request discount / store credit for later use. One more thing they can do is if they are denied of a refund, they can take the sellers to court and sue them.
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Strengths
- You listed three distinct actions: returning, requesting credit/discount, and legal action.
Targets
- To get the development mark, explain *why* or *how* one of these works (e.g., "Request a refund... this usually has to be done within 30 days under the Consumer Rights Act").
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A legal responsibility is the things prohibited by law. For example, drinking and driving is illegal and not allowed.
But a moral right is something you are expected to not do but without consequence happens if done e.g. parenting and smoking near children.
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Strengths
- Excellent answer. You defined both clearly and provided a relevant example for both to secure full marks.
Targets
- Keep up this structure (Definition + Example) for all 4-mark questions.
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Law is important in a democratic society as it protects protesters and the society. This is because the law allows them to suggest ideas to their MP to take them to parliament with them. Another way it is important is because it doesn't allow corruption. This is evident as it allows everyone to state their opinions without repercussion is sensible.
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Strengths
- You touched on the idea of preventing corruption and allowing free speech.
Targets
- You have confused "Rule of Law" with "Democracy" or "Representation". Rule of Law specifically means "everyone must follow the law, including the government." Focus on fairness and equality before the law.
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Employees might join a trade union so they can get fair treatment/pay. For example if the cost of living has risen but wages haven't a trade union might organize a strike. Another reason employees might join a trade union is for protection. A trade union can help you with unfair treatment at your workplace
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Strengths
- Strong development on the first point using "strike" and "cost of living" as context.
Targets
- Your second point ("protection") is good, but needed a little more detail for the 4th mark. How do they protect you? (e.g., legal advice or representation in meetings).
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One thing that must be included in a contract of employment is a description of the employees role, this will help the employee understand their job better preventing future issues. Another thing that must be included in a contract of employment is the workers rights. This will help the worker to protect themselves if any rights are violated.
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Strengths
- Good first point regarding the job description and why it helps preventing issues.
Targets
- "Workers rights" is too vague for the second point. You must list a specific item like "Rate of Pay," "Hours of Work," or "Holiday Entitlement."
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The National Minimum Wage is the set minimum amount you have to pay a worker in the UK. This prevents workers from being taken advantage of for their work. The National Living Wage is an amount that an employer can choose to pay. This is a significant increase from minimum wage allowing for comfortable lives.
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Strengths
- Excellent answer. You distinguished between the "set minimum" and the higher living wage clearly.
- Good explanation of the purpose (preventing exploitation vs. comfortable life).
Targets
- For perfect accuracy, note that the "National Living Wage" is now mandatory for over 23s, whereas the "Real Living Wage" is the voluntary one you described. However, your answer is credited as valid distinction of concepts.
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One thing a consumer can do is goods are damaged is return an item or request a refund. If it has been under 30 days the consumer has a legal right to request a full refund. Another thing a consumer can do is request a repair. Legally if goods they purchased were faulty they can request a repair or a replacement.
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Strengths
- Perfect technical knowledge regarding the 30-day right to refund.
- Clear structure: Action + Legal Detail.
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Legal responsibilities are a set of things that by law you have to follow. For example if someone is hired to do something they have the legal responsibility to complete the task. However moral responsibilities are things that aren't bound legally but are still normally expected. For example you have the moral responsibility not to take advantage of a fault.
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Strengths
- Good definitions of both concepts.
Targets
- Your example for legal responsibility was a bit weak ("hired to do something"). A better example would be obeying traffic laws or not stealing, which carry criminal penalties.
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Rule of law is important in a democratic society as it protects and preserves the values of democracy, for example without rule of law people could commit any crime and get away with it. And other reason rule of law is important in a democratic society is that without it society would become an anarchy.
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Strengths
- You clearly explained that without the rule of law, crime would go unpunished (anarchy).
Targets
- To get the remaining marks, focus on "Equality". The Rule of Law ensures that the rich and powerful (and government) must obey the same laws as everyone else.
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Student's Answer
Employees must join a trade union to gain experience. This is important because you can gain a better understanding of the jobs. Another reason why it's important is because you can explore better options. This is important because you can find other careers that you could preferably choose.
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Targets
- You have a misunderstanding of what a Trade Union is. It is not for job experience or finding new careers.
- Trade Unions are organizations that protect workers' rights, pay, and conditions *within* their current job.
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One thing that must be included in a contract of employment is your skills. This is because people can know what works best for you and for them. Another thing you must include is your criminal record. This is because for instance, you're arrested for fraud. You cannot work in a bank.
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Targets
- Neither of these are standard mandatory parts of a contract. "Skills" is for a CV, and "Criminal Record" is a background check.
- A contract is a legal agreement about the job itself: Pay, Hours, Holidays, Job Title.
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The national minimum wage is the minimum amount of money you're allowed to make per hour. This means that you legally cannot be paid less than the minium wage. The national living wage is the money that you are able to have for a proper standard of living. This means if you have less than the national living wage, your standard of living drops.
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Strengths
- Good explanation of the minimum wage as a legal floor.
- Good conceptual understanding of the living wage relating to "standard of living".
Targets
- To get the 4th mark, be explicit about the *age* difference (Living Wage is for 23+) or the fact that the 'Real' living wage is voluntary.
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A consumer can return an item if it is faulty and has not been used. For example, if you buy crisps but don't open the packet, you have a month to return it. Another thing they can do is request a repair. If an item is damaged before being used or after a short time, they can take it in for repair or swap.
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Strengths
- You identified returning the item and requesting a repair.
- You correctly mentioned the "month" (30 days) timeframe.
Targets
- Be careful with your example: if you just "don't open" the crisps, that's a change of mind, not a fault. The item must be *faulty* to guarantee these rights.
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Legal responsibilities are responsibilities that you legally have to abide by. This means if you are caught speeding on a camera, you will be punished.
Moral responsibilities are responsibilities that you can abide by but aren't punishable by law. For example, you shouldn't litter but if you do, you are not legally punished.
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Strengths
- Clear definitions and excellent, relevant examples for both.
- (Note: In some places, littering is actually a legal offence with a fine, but your point about it being a moral duty is understood).
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The rule of law is important in democracy because if citizens know the law. They can understand better who should to vote. Another reason why it is important is so that less crime and arrests happen. This means that with a better democratic leader, less crimes can be committed.
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Targets
- Your answer focuses on "voting" and "leaders" rather than the Rule of Law itself.
- The core importance is that *everyone*, even the leader, must follow the law. This prevents dictatorship.
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One reason an employee might join a trade union is because of better and higher pay. Another reason could be because of fairer and better rights. As lots of the rights help people when they are in a situation that has happened before. Some problems they have had is no paid holiday but since the trade union says you have to have it they now get paid during holidays.
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Strengths
- You identified two valid reasons: pay and rights.
Targets
- To get development marks, you need to explain *how* the union achieves this (e.g., "By negotiating with the employer as a group").
- Your explanation of rights was a bit confused; focus on the union providing *protection* or *representation* when rights are ignored.
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In the contract of employment there must be health and safety laws. This is important as you are giving yourself to the company. If a contract does not have this you can sue. Another thing which must be included in the contract is being paid above or at the national minimum wage. If employers were paid very low for good work it would be considered scamming.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that pay is a key part of the contract.
Targets
- "Health and Safety laws" are not usually written in full in the individual contract; instead, look for specific details like "Job Title" or "Hours".
- Avoid slang like "scamming" – use terms like "exploitation" or "illegal".
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A national minimum wage is to be paid to an employee per hour. National minunum wages are not optional. However a National living wage is when your paid enough to live in that economy. National living wage is optional.
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Strengths
- You clearly identified the "mandatory" vs "optional" distinction (valid if discussing the Real Living Wage).
Targets
- To ensure full marks, mention the age brackets (Minimum wage for younger, Living wage for older) as this is the strict legal definition in the UK now.
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According to the consumer rights act in 2015 if you buy goods that are faulty you are protected while you buy goods and services. In the law if you buy a good and they are faulty you are able to return it under 30 days. However if you try to return over 30 days they wont give you your money only fix it but this can only be once if they do not follow this you are able to sue them.
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Strengths
- Great reference to the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
- Correct understanding of the 30-day refund window vs. the repair option.
Targets
- Your writing is a little breathless; use full stops to separate your points clearly.
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Moral rights are things you are expected to do but if you do not you will not be punished for. For an instance if an citizen were to litter it would be considered a moral right as they will not be punished but they know the shouldn't have done that. legal responsibilities are when noone is looking you dont obey the law for example if someone were to steal from a shop this would be legal responsibilities as you knew you were breaking the law.
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Strengths
- Good definition and example for moral responsibilities.
Targets
- Your explanation of "legal" was a bit confusing ("when noone is looking"). A legal responsibility is simply something you *must* do by law, regardless of who is looking.
- Note: Littering is actually often a legal offence (fines), so be careful with that example!
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The rule of law means no matter who you are you are expected to take part in a democratic process. This rue is considered important in a democratic society because everyone is treated equal and no person may be considered better.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified "Equality" ("no person considered better") as a key outcome.
Targets
- Develop this further: Explain that it prevents those in power (like the government) from abusing their power.
- "Taking part in a democratic process" is more about voting rights than the "Rule of Law".
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Employees might join a trade union is because of the benefits. For example, the trade union would probably give a living wage as that is what would keep you content with your pay unlike minimum wage which would be extremely challenging to live on. Another reason why a trade union is a potential choice for employees is the rights. For example the trade union will help protect you and your rights and defend them.
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Strengths
- Excellent answer. You clearly identified two distinct reasons (pay and rights).
- Your development is strong, explaining why the pay matters (contentment vs struggle) and how they help with rights (defense).
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Something that must be included in a contract of employment is the pay. This is important as it doesn't mislead people. For example, if someone thought the job paid more than what was actually intended but there wasn't documented evidence that would be a massive issue for the victim. Another thing that should be included is the requirements. This is important as it actually allows qualified people to work.
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Strengths
- Your explanation of why pay must be written down (evidence/avoiding misleading info) is very good.
Targets
- "Requirements" usually refers to a job advert or specification, not the contract itself. A better second point would be "Job Title" or "Hours of Work".
- The contract confirms the agreement between two parties, rather than "allowing qualified people to work".
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The difference between the national minimum wage and the living wage is that the minimum wage is the minimum that should be paid. For example if a man is hired but his job is just standing, you still have to pay him the minimum wage as that is legally enforced. The living wage nationally however, is the amount of income so you can live normally and pay things. For example if a 23 year old man had rent, food to pay for and other expenses then they would need that much to cover it. Its also not legally enforced.
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Strengths
- You correctly distinguished between the legal minimum and the "living" needs.
- You successfully mentioned the age factor (23 year old), which is key.
Targets
- Clarification: The "National Living Wage" (for over 23s) is legally enforced now. The "Real Living Wage" (set by the Living Wage Foundation) is the voluntary one. Your answer covers both concepts well enough for marks.
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Something a consumer could do if they have purchased a faulty good is return it. This is because the UK legally has a law which you can return stuff in under 30 days or under. For example if a mirror you buy in the mail is cracked and you haven't touched it, a refund is eligible and return it in 30 days. Another thing they can do is can get a partial return. For example if they use shoes but it wears out maybe slightly more than expected (a small hole in 2 months perhaps) you could potentially be eligible for a voucher or partial refund.
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Strengths
- Strong knowledge of the 30-day right to reject.
- You correctly identified that remedies change over time (partial refund after usage).
Targets
- The second point is slightly messy regarding "vouchers". Legally, you are entitled to a repair or replacement first after 30 days.
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The difference between legal responsibilities and moral responsibilities is that legal responsibilities is something enforced by law. For example, as an adult you have a legal responsibility to not drink heavily before driving or you can get legally punished. However, moral responsibilities is something that isn't enforced in law but is the expected thing to do. For example saying "Thank you" when buying goods at a grocery store to the cashier.
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Strengths
- Perfect answer. Clear definitions and excellent, relatable examples for both types of responsibility.
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society as it gives equality to all. For example littering on the street even when you are a high ranking member of society could still get you fined just like any other citizen.
Another reason why its important democratically is because it prevents abuse of power. For example, if a police chief was above the law and they were abusing people based on their skin free of persecution then it would not follow the rules of democracy and cause corruption.
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Strengths
- Outstanding answer. You provided two distinct points (Equality and Prevention of Abuse) and supported both with vivid examples.
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One key reason may be because of there treatment they get with the manager.
The second reason may be because of their well being.
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Strengths
- You identified two valid areas: treatment and well-being.
Targets
- These answers are too brief. You must explain or develop the point to get the second mark.
- Example: "Because of their well-being... unions fight for better working hours so employees don't get stressed or sick."
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The thing that must be included in a contract of employment is the right to stay home when ill And to be Payed At home. Another thing they need is the right to be payed the same amount as the others
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Targets
- "Right to stay home" is not the correct term; you likely mean "Sick Pay" or "Holiday Entitlement". I have awarded 1 mark for the concept of pay during illness.
- "Paid the same amount as others" is an equality right, not a specific content of a contract (contracts are individual). You should list things like "Job Title", "Start Date", or "Salary".
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The national minimum wage is the amount of money you get from your job. the living wage is what you get for living
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Targets
- This answer is circular. "Money you get from your job" applies to both wages.
- You need to learn the specific difference: Minimum wage is for younger workers (under 23), Living wage is the higher rate for workers aged 23+.
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They have thirty Days to Do Something About it. they could Return it Or fix it. But they only get one chance to fix it.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the 30-day rule.
- You included a very specific and correct detail: the seller only has "one chance" to repair before you can demand a refund. Well done.
Targets
- Structure your answer more clearly: "1. Ask for a refund (within 30 days). 2. Ask for a repair."
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Legal Responsibilites Tell you things that You can Do legally. As for moral responsibilitys they Allow you to Do things moraly.
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Targets
- This answer repeats the words in the question ("Legal is legal", "Moral is moral"). This does not score marks.
- Explanation needed: Legal = Written in law, punishment involved. Moral = Personal choice, no punishment.
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A rule of law is important Because, since Democracy is A right to vote, People Are Allowed to know the rule of law. Without this there wont even be A Democratie society
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that democracy cannot exist without the rule of law.
Targets
- The rest of the answer is confused. Focus on "Equality" - the Rule of Law means the government and powerful people must follow the same rules as you.
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Employees might join a trade union because trade unions are organisations that Look after the interests of employers [sic], giving them the sense of protection. Another reason why is because trade unions do a lot to care for employees, e.g. helping them financially.
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Strengths
- You identified two valid roles: protection and financial help (support).
Targets
- Careful! You wrote "employers" when you meant "employees".
- To get higher marks, be specific. Instead of "helping financially", say "Negotiating for higher pay" or "Offering strike pay".
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In a contract of employment, your hours, holidays, maternity/paternity and appeals must all be included. This is important so that legally you are not working more, being denied holidays and more. It must also include an employee and employer's responsibilities for a particular job.
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Strengths
- Good list of specific contents (Hours, holidays).
- Good explanation of why they are needed (legal protection against overwork).
Targets
- You mentioned "responsibilities" at the end, which is correct (Job Description), but to ensure the mark, explain why that part is important (so you know what is expected of you).
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The national minimum wage in the UK is the minimum amount you are supposed to pay someone per hour. The national living wage is the minimum amount to be paid to an employee over the age of 21. The difference is the national minimum wage is mandatory and the national living wage is optional. Also you can be entitled to the national minimum wage aged 16 but you must be 21 and above for the national living wage.
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Strengths
- Excellent detailed answer. You mentioned the age bands (16 vs 21+) and the concept of mandatory vs optional (valid given the confusion between National vs Real Living Wage).
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If consumers purchase faulty goods, under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 you are entitled to a 30-day period after purchasing to return it. If it has been over 30 days you can complain but you probably may not get all your money back you will get either a partial refund, repair or replacement. You only have to tolerate getting it fixed once.
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Strengths
- Very strong technical knowledge. You correctly cited the "one repair attempt" rule.
- Clear distinction between the 30-day right to reject and rights after that period.
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A legal responsibility is something that is legally your duty to do or look after. The difference between a legal and moral responsibility is a moral responsibility isn't protected by law but a legal one is.
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Strengths
- You have defined the two concepts correctly.
Targets
- To get full marks, you must provide an example for each (e.g., Legal = Speed limits; Moral = Holding a door open).
- Your explanation is a bit repetitive ("Legal is legal"). Try to mention "Punishment" vs "Conscience".
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Rule of Law - no matter who you are, you have to follow the law, be punished equally and be trialled equally. This is important in a democratic society as it ensures equality by treating everyone fairly / rightly.
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Strengths
- Good definition: "No matter who you are".
- Correctly links it to equality.
Targets
- To secure the final marks, mention that this prevents abuse of power by the government or dictatorship.
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Two reasons why employees might join a trade union is an organisation look after the group of employees
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Strengths
- You understand that unions "look after" employees.
Targets
- This answer is very short. How do they look after them? (e.g., By negotiating better pay).
- You need a second reason (e.g., Legal advice).
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A contract of employment what must be included in a contract of employment responsibilities for particular job or document.
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Strengths
- You identified "responsibilities" (Job Description).
Targets
- Why is this important? (So you know what to do).
- What else is included? (Pay, Hours, Holidays).
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The difference between the national minimum wage and the NMW is the minimum amount to be paid... but the WLW is the minimum amount to be paid to an employee over the age 21
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that the Living Wage is for older workers (over 21/23).
Targets
- Develop your answer: Explain that the Living Wage is higher because older people have more bills/responsibilities.
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What a consumer can do if goods they have purchased are faulty they can return it within 30 days. If you complain after 30 days they wont give all your money back.
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Strengths
- Correctly stated the 30-day return rule.
Targets
- What happens after 30 days? "Wont give all your money back" is vague. Use the terms "Repair" or "Replacement".
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The difference between legal responsibilities and moral responsibilities are legal responsibility is something you do to follow the law. Moral responsibility is things you expect others to do (e.g. queuing in places)
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Strengths
- Good definitions.
- Good example of a moral responsibility (queuing).
Targets
- Give an example of a legal responsibility (e.g. not stealing) to get the final mark.
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society as no one is above the law. This shows you should know when to follow instructions at the right time.
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Strengths
- You correctly stated the core principle: "No one is above the law".
Targets
- Your explanation ("follow instructions") is weak. Focus on fairness: "Because no one is above the law, politicians cannot commit crimes without punishment."
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One reason why a employee would join a trade union is so that they are protected and told their rights if fired and what they can do. Another reason why they might want to join trade unions are because they help you find new jobs if fired.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that unions protect you if you are fired.
Targets
- The second point is incorrect: Trade unions do not usually help you find new jobs (that's a Job Centre). They help you keep your current job or get fair pay.
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After getting fired, you are still paid for 30 days until you find another job. You cannot be fired because of race, ability, pregnancy, age, skin colour, etc.
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- You have listed your rights under the Equality Act, not the contents of a contract.
- A contract must include basic facts like: How much you are paid, your hours, and your job title.
- I gave you a mark for "paid for 30 days" as this sounds like a "Notice Period", which is in a contract.
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National minimum wage is how much you can earn to barely survive and the national living wage is how much you have to be paid, by law nothing under.
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Targets
- This is confused. "Minimum Wage" is the one you "have to be paid by law".
- The difference is usually based on AGE. Living Wage is for older workers (23+), Minimum Wage is for younger ones.
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Consumers can return the product within 30 days and get a full refund, however you aren't allowed to damage them on purpose, try fix them, use them or wear them.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the 30-day refund right.
- You correctly identified that this right is lost if you damage the item yourself.
Targets
- To get full marks, explain what happens if you miss the 30 days (You can ask for a repair).
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Targets
- You left this blank.
- Tip: "Legal" = Laws (police/fines). "Moral" = Manners/Conscience (no fines).
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Targets
- You left this blank.
- Tip: Rule of Law means "No one is above the law". It prevents corruption.
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Targets
- You did not attempt this question.
- Key concepts to remember: "Protection from unfair dismissal" and "Better pay through collective bargaining".
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When you signing a contract of employment you need to make sure that it includes that you are still getting paid if you are on holiday, can't work because of emergency, or your feeling sick. This is important because if you don't work for a valid reason and your still not getting paid for it then you won't make any money.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified entitlements like sick pay and holiday pay.
Targets
- You need a second specific item to get the full marks. Standard items are "Job Title", "Hours of Work", or "Salary".
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The national minimum wage is around £12 a hour which might be for starters and the national living wage is For more experienced people that are trying to get a home, the price being around £20-30 a hour.
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Strengths
- You understand that the minimum wage is the lower rate.
Targets
- Your figures are incorrect. The Living Wage is nowhere near £20-30 an hour.
- The difference is strictly based on Age (under 23 vs over 23), not "experience" or "trying to get a home".
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Consumers can first of all sue the company and also get a refund because according to the law you have 30 days to refund if the purchase also if it is low quality or doesn't match description.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the 30-day refund window and the reason (doesn't match description).
Targets
- "Sue the company" is an extreme last resort. The first steps are Refund, Repair, or Replacement. Mentioning "Repair" would have gained the 4th mark.
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Legal responsibilities means like having your rights up to a point where some of the rights you use might be illegal and moral responsibilities is how you use your rights. For example, the right of speech but the responsibility is how you use it.
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Strengths
- This is an interesting philosophical answer. You are arguing that 'Moral' is about the responsible use of rights (free speech), which is a valid point in Citizenship.
Targets
- However, the mark scheme looks for a simpler distinction: Legal = You get punished/fined by the police if you don't do it. Moral = You feel bad/society judges you, but no fine.
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society because if there was no law then there would only be chaos and destruction and only one person might take over the place and make it a bad one.
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Strengths
- You identified that it prevents chaos and prevents one person "taking over" (dictatorship).
Targets
- Use key terms like "Equality" and "Justice". The Rule of Law ensures that the person in charge must follow the same rules as everyone else.
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Employees might join a trade union because it protects them for there right at work and also what they are legally entitled to while working.
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Strengths
- You focused heavily on rights and protection, which is correct.
Targets
- To get the marks for development, give examples. E.g. "Protects rights... such as ensuring they get the correct holiday pay or representation in a disciplinary."
- Your two points are very similar; try to pick distinct reasons (e.g. 1. Rights, 2. Better Pay).
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In the contract of employment you must include how much paid (holiday pay), they have, and what the requirements are for the job. You should also include how many sick days you are allowed.
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Strengths
- You listed three relevant items: Pay, Job Requirements, and Sick days.
Targets
- You missed the "Why is this important" part of the question. You need to explain that this protects the employee from being underpaid or overworked.
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The national minimum wage is the wage per hour that all employers are required to pay to there employees no matter circumstance and it varies from age to age. The national living wage is optional and not compulsory on employers but its recommended as that what you need to live.
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Strengths
- You clearly distinguished between the mandatory minimum and the optional/recommended living wage (Real Living Wage definition).
- You noted that minimum wage varies by age.
Targets
- Just be aware for the exam: The government now calls the mandatory rate for over 23s the "National Living Wage", so technically both can be mandatory depending on age. Your answer is valid for the "Real" Living Wage though.
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A consumer is entitled to a 30 day (minimum) period of time to return for a resend [refund] if they arent satisfied. If the item is faulty and not satisfactory quality you are also entitled to resend.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the 30-day right to return.
- You used the key legal phrase "satisfactory quality".
Targets
- "Resend" is not the right word; use "Refund" or "Replacement".
- Note: You can only return for "dissatisfaction" if you bought online; if bought in store, it must be faulty to get a refund (which you did mention in the second sentence).
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Legal responsibilities are things that you are responsible for by law. Moral responsibility are also something your expected to be responsible for but not by law.
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Strengths
- You have the basic definitions correct.
Targets
- To get the remaining 2 marks, you must provide examples.
- Legal Example: Driving with a license. Moral Example: Helping an elderly person cross the road.
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society because is people are going to have says and votes because they need to be sure that they have rights and laws like freedom of speech to protect them.
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Targets
- You are describing "Democracy" and "Human Rights" generally, rather than the "Rule of Law".
- Rule of Law specifically means that everyone (including the government) must follow the rules. It prevents corruption.
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Employees might join a trade union. This is because Trade unions are very fair and appealing to employees, which is encouraging them to join
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Targets
- This answer is too vague. "Fair and appealing" doesn't explain why.
- Specific reasons needed: "To get higher pay," "To get legal advice," or "To have better working conditions."
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Contract of employment must include a minimum wage which is important because it prevents unfair pay and mistreatment.
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Strengths
- Good point about pay and the prevention of unfair treatment.
Targets
- You need a second point for the full 4 marks. What else is in a contract? (Hours, Job Title, Holidays).
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The national living wage [crossed out] is the amount to pay an employee per hour. For example, £7.55 is the minimum wage for ages 16-17. The national living wage is optional.
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Strengths
- You have specific knowledge of the rates for younger people, which is great.
- You correctly identified the optional nature of the 'Real' living wage.
Targets
- Make sure you clearly state: "Minimum wage is for younger people, Living wage is for older people (23+)."
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If purchased goods are faulty, The consumer has 30 days to reject the item. Additionally they can also give the seller one chance to fix it or they can get their money back.
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Strengths
- Excellent technical detail. You are one of the few to mention the "one chance to fix" rule before a final refund.
- Correct use of the term "reject".
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Legal responsibilities are responsibilities you are expected to do by law. For example, you are expected to pay your taxes. Moral responsibilities are expected to be done because it is the right thing to do. For example, not littering is a moral responsibility.
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society. This is because they prevent unfair treatment in the law. For example, the rule states that nobody is above the law, which ensures everybody gets fair judgement.
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Strengths
- Excellent answer. You correctly identified the core principle ("Nobody is above the law") and explained the outcome (Fair judgement).
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One reason why employees might join a trade union is to ensure they are receiving their Right. This is because a trade union protect an organisation of employees that may have Issues within the work place. Another reason why employees would join a trade union would be because They may have an Issue that is effecting them. This is because a trade union looks out for your best Intrest.
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Strengths
- You clearly understand the protective role of a union.
Targets
- Your two points are very similar (Protection/Best Interests).
- To improve, give a concrete example for the second point: e.g. "To negotiate for higher pay" or "To campaign for better safety equipment."
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One thing that should be included in a contract of employment is the Amount of hours a worker should do over a certain time frame. This is because it ensures that you are not overworking. Another thing that should be included is the Amount of Money you would Recive. This is because it shows the employee that they should Recive that amount and no less.
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Strengths
- Perfect answer. Two clear items (Hours and Pay) with clear explanations of why they protect the worker.
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National Minimum wage are the Legal amount of Money someone should make and protected by the law. This Makes it that an employer can't give more Money to one person than the other. However the National living wage is the Minimum amount of Mony a person need to survive by law. This is so that people can't lose any Rights.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the Minimum Wage as a legal protection.
Targets
- Your definition of Living Wage is confused. You need to distinguish them by Age (Living wage is for 23+) or by the fact that the 'Real' living wage is voluntary.
- The sentence "employer can't give more money to one person" is incorrect; employers can always pay more, they just can't pay less.
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one thing a consumer can do is bring it back to the provider and should be provided with a new or fixed one. This is because their was a problem during manufacture and it was not the Consumer. Another thing is that you can Recive A Full Refund. This makes it that for any Reson you can Return it.
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Strengths
- You identified the right to repair/replacement and the right to a refund.
- You understand that the fault must lie with the manufacturer, not the consumer.
Targets
- Be careful with "for any reason you can return it". You can only demand a refund for faulty goods, not just any reason, unless you bought it online.
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Legal Responsabilitys are duties that you should take accountability for and should do than you can be punished for. This is because is A person doesn't go to work it effect people. However moral Responsability's Are acts or duties you are expected to do because you won't be punished if you don't. For example don't smoke near people.
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Strengths
- Good definitions of both (Punishment vs No Punishment).
- Good example for moral responsibility.
Targets
- Your legal example ("doesn't go to work") is weak. That is a contract issue, not usually a criminal one. Better examples: "Stealing", "Speeding", or "Paying Taxes".
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Student's Answer
The Rule of Law is Important in a democratic society because it ensure everyones opinion is treated fairly. This is so that if there is a vote everyones Vote is equaliy Represented. Another Reason is so it makes sure no one is above the law. This makes sure everyone is taken accountability for their actions.
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Strengths
- Excellent answer. You nailed the two key concepts: Equality/Fairness and Accountability (No one is above the law).
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As they would want to be able to get their intrest s looked after. Trade unions are organisations that look after the intrests of a group of employees. So they will be better looked after!
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that they look after interests.
Targets
- Your answer repeats the same point twice.
- Give specific examples of "interests": e.g. "To negotiate better pay" or "To get legal support if treated unfairly."
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What must be included is documents of the employees details and employers resonsibilities for a particular job.
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Strengths
- You identified "responsibilities" (Job Description).
Targets
- What else? (Pay, Hours, Start Date).
- Why is it important? (To prevent disagreement about what the job involves).
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The national minimum wage is manditory for 18-20 year olds it is £10 and 21 and over is £12.21. However the natinal living wage is optinal and £13.15 per hr in London for all ages above 18.
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Strengths
- Excellent, specific knowledge. You are the only candidate to correctly quote the Real Living Wage London rates and the age bands.
- You distinguished between the Mandatory rates and the Optional (Real) Living Wage.
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Within 30 days, they are able by law to get a refund if the goods they bought were faulty before they bought and werent informed. However if you damaged it, a refund is not covered even if it was an accident.
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Strengths
- Correct identification of the 30-day refund window.
- Correct understanding that accidental damage by the user invalidates the claim.
Targets
- Mention the other remedies: Repair or Replacement.
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Student's Answer
Moral responsibilites are expected when you have the responsibility of trying to obey the law even if you aren't caught. Legal responsiblites are [Answer cuts off]
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Targets
- Your definition of Moral is confusing ("trying to obey the law"). Moral responsibilities are things like good manners or helping others, which aren't laws.
- You didn't finish the sentence about Legal responsibilities.
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Rule of law is important as nobody is above the law. Punishment is the same for every one and every one has the right to go to court for a fair case.
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Strengths
- Great answer. Clear statement that nobody is above the law.
- Good development regarding fair trials and equal punishment.
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Student's Answer
Employees might join a trade union because they guarntee you a fair pay. For example is your getting paid under the minimum wage they'll talk to your employeer about it. If you are being treated unfairly you can talk to them about it and they'd fix it. They are a guarantee you'd be treated fairly.
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Strengths
- Excellent answer. You identified two clear issues (Pay and Unfair Treatment).
- Good development explaining how the union helps (talking to the employer/fixing it).
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A contract must include you work hours and how much you'd get paid because you can then determine if the pay is fair and they just can't make you work for low pay. Work hours are protected by the workers rights under stress If there is too much stress with your hours you can ask them to lower it.
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Strengths
- You listed the correct contents (Hours, Pay).
- You explained why pay is included (to ensure it is fair).
Targets
- Your explanation about stress/hours is a bit rambling. Keep it simple: "Hours are included so you know exactly when you are expected to work."
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The national minimum wage is how much legally an employer has to pay a worker. The national living wage is not demanded by law but is how much approximately how much a person has to be paid to live and buy basic nessecities.
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Strengths
- You clearly distinguished between the Legal requirement (Minimum) and the "Needs-based" optional rate (Living).
- Good explanation of "basic necessities".
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If their product that they bought is faulty they can send it back to the buyer within a month of their purchase and expect a full refund, as it is part of the consumer rights. The buyer can say no to the refund if they specified before the product was broken/faulty.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the timeframe (month) and the remedy (refund).
- You included a very clever caveat: if the seller specified the fault beforehand, you cannot claim. This is excellent knowledge.
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A legal responsibility is something that is demanded by law and can be persecuted if not. For example, pay for public transport. A moral responsibility is anything that is expected of you that is not in law. For example, don't smoke in public areas.
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Strengths
- Clear definitions and excellent examples.
- Using "paying for public transport" (avoiding fare evasion) is a great example of a legal duty.
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society because it shows us that no one is above the law and we need to vote for the people we choose.
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Strengths
- You correctly stated that "no one is above the law".
Targets
- Explain why this is important: "This ensures that powerful people cannot commit crimes and get away with it."
- The point about voting is related to Democracy, not specifically the Rule of Law.
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employees might want to join a trade union because it protects them from stuff for example harrassment or if they ain't getting paid the right amount or treated unfairly
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Strengths
- You identified two valid reasons: Harassment protection and Pay issues.
Targets
- You need to explain how they help to get the development marks. e.g. "If they aren't getting paid... the union can negotiate with the boss on their behalf."
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in a contract of employment it must include the working conditions, amount they get paid, and breaks. they need to include this because the employee has to know what they have to do and the amount they get paid and it can show the health and safety rules
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Strengths
- You listed relevant items (Pay, Breaks).
- You explained importance (knowing what is expected).
Targets
- Be more specific than "working conditions" – use terms like "Hours of Work" or "Job Title".
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The difference is that national minimum wage is the expected amount to pay someone while national living wage is something that pays you More and isn't Mandetary its optional
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the optional vs mandatory nature (in the context of the Real Living Wage).
Targets
- "Expected amount" is a bit vague for Minimum Wage. Better to say "The legal minimum amount allowed by law."
- Mention the age difference (Living Wage is for older workers).
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if a consumer purchased a item and its broken or faulty they can refund it they have a Month to refund the product but they can't refund it if they broke it
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Strengths
- You identified the refund right and the correct timeframe (a month).
- You correctly noted that self-inflicted damage invalidates the refund.
Targets
- What else can you do? (Repair or Replacement).
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Legal responsibilities are rights that stuff the government makes and if you break it you will get punished while moral responsibilities are stuff your supposed to do but if you don't you wont get punished
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Strengths
- Good definition of the difference based on punishment.
Targets
- You need to give an example for each to get the final mark. (e.g. Legal = Speeding; Moral = Lying to a friend).
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society because it keeps the citizens in control in voting and helps them
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Targets
- This answer explains why Democracy is important (voting), not why the Rule of Law is important.
- Rule of Law is about everyone following the rules, preventing corruption and ensuring equality.
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Student's Answer
employees might join a trade union because they might want to get their interest looked at and so the trade union can look after the intrests could get treated better
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Strengths
- You understand the general idea (looking after interests/better treatment).
Targets
- This is too vague. You need specific reasons: "To negotiate better pay" or "To get legal advice."
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the contract should include your details and your past work and documents. The reason why this is important is because if you dont have them they wont know your credible for the job and if you have experience.
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Targets
- You are confusing a "Contract" (the legal agreement when you start) with a "CV" or "Job Application" (what you send to get the job).
- A contract includes: Pay, Hours, Holiday, Job Title.
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national minimum wage is the a ok amount that people earn depends on who your working as and national living wage is a wage that you earn in a living and what the Governments give you for your children. National living wage is also the wage you earn in a year. national minimum wage is the wage that isnt good but isnt bad.
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Targets
- You have several misconceptions here. "National Living Wage" is not child benefit or an annual salary.
- Correction: Minimum Wage is the legal minimum for younger workers. National Living Wage is the higher legal minimum for workers aged 23+.
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If consumers purchase goods that are faulty then they can use it for service and get something good out of it like a money or atleast a minimum amount of money and they can sell it for a higher price.
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Targets
- This is incorrect. You cannot sell faulty goods for a higher price.
- If goods are faulty, you return them to the shop for a refund, repair, or replacement.
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legal responsibilities are responsibilities that everyone has as soon as they turn 10 and if you dont follow them then you could end up in jail.
moral responsibilities are responsibilities that you do and earn something on return for those responsibilities, eg. holding the door for someone.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that breaking laws sends you to jail/punishment.
- Good example of a moral responsibility (holding the door).
Targets
- Impressive knowledge regarding the age of criminal responsibility (10), though phrasing was a bit confusing.
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The rule of law in a democratic society is important because nobody can do something [wrong] because everyone is the same and have the same rules, depends on if you have been punished before but other than that everyone has the same laws.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the concept of equality ("everyone is the same and have the same rules").
Targets
- Explain the consequence: This prevents people in power from acting unfairly or corruptly.
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two reasons why employees might join a trade union is to trade goods fast hand
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Targets
- This is incorrect. A Trade Union is not for trading goods.
- It is an organization that protects workers rights, pay, and conditions.
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you must have a set price for there work so the person can decided
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Strengths
- You identified "set price" (Pay).
Targets
- You need a second point (e.g. Hours, Holidays).
- "So the person can decide" is a weak explanation. Better: "So the person knows exactly how much they will earn and isn't underpaid."
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the national
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if consumers products are faulty the consumer can return a product within 30 days if it doesnt and the consumer is expected to get a refund, new or a diffrent new product that is untouched
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Strengths
- You correctly identified: Return, 30 Days, Refund, New Product (Replacement).
Targets
- "Untouched" is an incorrect condition for faulty goods. If it's faulty, you have likely opened it. "Untouched" applies to changing your mind.
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legal the diffrence between legal responsibilites and moral responsibility are that legal responsibilities are things your required to be accountable for such as taxes or bills and moral responsibilities show churecter
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Strengths
- You provided a good example for legal responsibilities (taxes).
Targets
- Your definition of moral responsibilities ("show character") is a bit vague. Be clearer: "Things you should do, but aren't punished by law if you don't."
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the rule of law is important in a democratic society because it shows you fairness
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Targets
- "Fairness" earns one mark, but you need to explain how.
- Example: "It creates fairness because it means rich and poor people are treated the same by the police."
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Student's Answer
One reason why employees might join a trade union is so that they have a group that can support their worker's rights for them. Trade Unions for different fields of work exist to defend members of the Union. Another is so that their income increases with inflation. Unions try their best to make it happen and it's a reason people
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Strengths
- You identified two strong reasons: defending rights and increasing income (especially in relation to inflation).
Targets
- To ensure the full 4 marks, explain the mechanism slightly more clearly for the first point (e.g. "Support rights... by providing legal representation").
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In a contract of employment the employee's and employer's conditions of work are stated in it. This is important because it shows both parties what must be expected so that there is no problems later on and both people are ready for whatever comes next.
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Strengths
- You have a good grasp of the purpose of a contract (managing expectations/avoiding problems).
Targets
- "Conditions of work" is a category, not a specific item. You must list specific contents like "Rate of Pay", "Hours", or "Holiday Entitlement" to get the marks for content.
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The national minimum wage is the minimum amount of money that someone should be payed by their place of work and is compulsory. On the other hand, the national living wage is optional and is the money that a company might choose to pay so that an employee has good living conditions.
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Strengths
- Excellent distinction between Compulsory and Optional (Real Living Wage).
- Good explanation of the purpose (good living conditions).
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Consumers can contact the seller if goods are faulty for a refund or repair due to the consumer rights. If goods are faulty under 30 days or a reasonable time for the product the consumer can request for a refund, partial refund or repair.
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Strengths
- You correctly identified the key remedies: Refund, Repair, Partial Refund.
- You correctly identified the 30-day timeframe.
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Legal responsibilities are a group of things expected of someone by law. This means that there could be legal consequences if these responsibilities are not satisfied. Moral responsibilities are things that are expected of you by the society. This means that they are ethical but don't have legal consequences.
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Strengths
- Clear, high-quality definitions focusing on the key difference: Consequences.
Targets
- To upgrade this further, include specific examples (e.g. Speeding for legal, Helping the elderly for moral).
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The rule of law is important in a democratic society because it means that everyone, including the government is subjected to it. This creates a society where there is equality and no one is higher than another to the point where someone is subjected but another isn't.
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Strengths
- Excellent answer. You explicitly stated that the government is subject to the law.
- Good explanation of how this creates equality.
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Student's Answer
They may join the trade union to gain more pay as they may think they arent getting enough
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Strengths
- You correctly identified that employees join to improve their pay.
Targets
- You only provided one reason. The question asks for two. (e.g., Second reason: Protection from unfair dismissal).
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It must include all their rights as a worker, for example the right to a paid leave / right of stationary [statutory] sick pay
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Strengths
- You listed two valid entitlements: Paid leave and Sick pay.
Targets
- You missed the "Why is this important?" part of the question.
- Ensure you list the basics too, like "Rate of Pay" and "Job Title".
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The national minimum wage is the average pay workers get in a job, while the national living wage is the money average national pay to live in a nation
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Targets
- This answer is incorrect. Minimum wage is not the "average" pay; it is the lowest amount an employer is legally allowed to pay.
- The difference is based on Age (Living wage is for over 23s) or the fact that the Real Living Wage is voluntary.
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If an item they purchased is faulty they can return the item within 30 days, can complain to get some money back but you cant get all of it / cant refund an item if u cased [caused] it to be damaged
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Strengths
- You identified the 30-day rule correctly.
- You correctly noted that causing the damage yourself invalidates the refund.
Targets
- "Complain to get some money back" is vague. Use the terms "Repair" or "Replacement".
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A legal responsibility is an action you should be keeping by law (e.g. not stealing / no murdering etc)
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Strengths
- You defined legal responsibility well and gave clear examples.
Targets
- You did not answer the second half of the question about Moral responsibilities.
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The rule of law is important in a democracy because it helps to stop laws from being broken and unfair voting
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Strengths
- You identified that it maintains order ("stop laws being broken").
Targets
- The Rule of Law is mainly about Equality—ensuring the government and powerful people also follow the law.
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Employees might join a trade union for better pay. for example if employees felt like the wadge they are getting paid is low they can argue to a trade union and this worked as the National minimum wages was established, secondly another reason why employees might join a trade union is for better treatment or for more help from the Government as if let's say people wasn't surviving on the national minimum wadge they could get the national living wadge which was granted.
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- Excellent answer. You didn't just list reasons; you gave the historical context of unions campaigning for the Minimum Wage and Living Wage.
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What must be included... is how many hours the person works. for example if you worked as a casheer at Tesco you would need to know how many hours you work so your pay is equal to how much you work. furthermore what must also be included... is Maternaty leave as if a women became pregnant they would know how long to stay at home for.
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- Very strong answer. You used specific examples (Cashier at Tesco) to explain why the hours clause is important.
- Maternity leave is a valid inclusion in the terms and conditions.
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The diffrence... is through if it is Compulsory to pay it to your employee or not as the national minimum wadge is compolsory but the national Living wadge is not compulsory to pay to your employee? Secondly another diffrence... is what they actually are as the minimum wadge is the minimum amount of money you can pay an employee but the nation living wadge is how much is needed to buy basic nasesities.
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Strengths
- You correctly distinguished between the compulsory rate and the voluntary (Real) Living Wage.
- You correctly defined the Living Wage as being calculated based on "necessities".
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- Be aware that the government now calls the mandatory rate for over 23s the "National Living Wage", so technically it can be compulsory. Your answer is correct for the voluntary Living Wage Foundation rate.
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Consumers can contact the seller if goods are faulty is to get a refund, for example as under the Consumer Rights act you have the right to get what is discribed / portrayed and if this is not the case you can get a refund, Secondly the Consumer Could also sue the company Who made the things for example if it is not what was portrayed you can take that person to Court for this if you haven't been compensated.
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Strengths
- You correctly cited the Consumer Rights Act and the "as described" rule.
- You identified the right to refund and legal action (court).
Targets
- Mention the 30-day limit for the refund to ensure full marks.
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The diffrence... is that moral are rights you should are the things that are just woren into society that you are expected to follow like not smoking in your house infront of children as we know this can be wrong but you won't get penalised for it. Secondly another diffrence... are that legal responsibility are responsibilities you have to follow like no stealling.
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The rule of Law is important... as without the rule of law Goveroments could do what they want, like the prime minister could send someone to jail for no reason but this doesn't happen due to us having the rule of Law ... for instance if the rule of law didn't exist court / a fair court cases wouldn't be a thing with them being riged as the judge could get bribed by money showing its importance.
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- Outstanding answer. You gave vivid examples (PM abusing power, Judges being bribed) to explain exactly why the Rule of Law protects us.
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Emplagess might join a trade union if there employeers are treating them unsafely like under paying them or over working them and another reason why employees might join a trade union is to like be protected and to seek safe and secure in there job with out fear of losing there job over things that where unsafe or unjust because trade unions are ment to protect employees
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Strengths
- You listed valid reasons: Underpayment/Overwork and Job Security/Protection.
- You explained the second point well (fear of losing job unjustly).
Targets
- Try to separate your points more clearly.
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Things that must be included... is the rules or the work place the employes oblagations there working hours and how much they are getting payed. this is important because it tells the employee the ground rules and also if there employer doesnt follow the employees contract ... the employ has proof that the contract was broken
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- You listed the correct items (Hours, Pay, Obligations).
- You gave a very good reason for importance: "Proof" if the contract is broken.
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The national minimum wage is the minimum amount of money an employ gets paid per hour and the national Living wage is the amount of money minimum amount of money a person employ gets to live on
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- You defined the minimum wage correctly.
Targets
- Your definition of Living Wage is too vague ("gets to live on"). You need to mention that it is for older workers (23+) or that it is optional (Real Living Wage).
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If the goods a consumer purchases are faulty the consumer has the right to take the goods back to where they purchased them and ask for a refund because goods have to be of the right quality to see sell
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Strengths
- You identified the right to refund.
- You mentioned the quality requirement ("right quality to sell").
Targets
- Mention the timeframe (30 days).
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legal responsibilities are responsibilities You have to do or follow by law... You can be punished if You dont but moral responsibilities are responsibilities You have to do ... because they are moraly good or correct but if You dont follow them You will not be punished
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- Good definitions based on punishment.
Targets
- You need examples for both (e.g. Legal = Paying Taxes; Moral = Being polite).
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The rule of law is the law that means that everyone has to follow the law and no one is above the law ... meaning that even the King, Queen and prime minister have to follow the law so they cant rob goods what they want and get away with it
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Strengths
- Good explanation using the Prime Minister/Monarch as an example of who must follow the law.
Targets
- Mention that this ensures Equality and Fairness for all citizens.
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