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What is Employer Support?

The name Employer Support describes all the work the Ministry of Defence does to develop and maintain strong relationships between the Armed Forces, Reservists and...

Do Reservists accrue holiday whilst mobilised?

An employer does not have to allow a Reservist to accrue leave whilst mobilised.  Some employers do choose to allow this, but you are entitled...

What is mobilisation?

Whenever Reservists are needed to fulfil their part of the UK's defence strategy, they are 'mobilised' or 'called out'. Mobilisation is the process of calling Reservists...

What happens to a Reservist's pension when mobilised?

If your Reservist chooses to continue with their company pension scheme (a Reservist has a few other options available to them at the point of...

When do the Armed Forces mobilise Reservists?

Under the Reserve Forces Act 1996, Reservists can be mobilised: if it appears that national danger is imminent or a great emergency has arisen or...

When an employee is mobilised, do I have issue a P45?

No. Reservists will need to show proof of their earnings if they are claiming financial assistance themselves, but a P60 or pay slips will count...

Can Volunteer Reservists be compulsorily mobilised?

Yes. In a major crisis, the Secretary of State for Defence can call for the compulsory mobilisation of Volunteer Reservists, although in practice this happens...

Can I appeal against an employee being mobilised?

...or ask for the mobilisation to be deferred? Yes. You have the right to seek exemption from, or deferral of, mobilisation if you believe that the...

How long will a Reservist be away for?

Operational tours currently range from short tours of three months or less, up to a maximum of 12 months. The period will depend on operational...

What kind of support does SaBRE offer?

SaBRE provides general advice to employers and Reservists and information about everything from a Reservist's training obligations to an employer's legal rights and responsibilities. Its...

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