Employer not paid wages- options?

[catlovingdoctor]

Hey everyone, having a bit of an issue. Recently I quit my job at a pub (found something better and wasn't a very nice place) and when there I was paid weekly; it's been a couple of weeks since I left but I'm owed just over £50 in wages. I've asked if I'm going to be paid this via email to my manager/main office and I've had no reply. I'm happy to ask again, maybe in writing if I give them a couple more days and they still don't reply but if they just don't get in contact- what can I do? Has anyone got experience of an Employment Tribunal for this sort of thing? How would I go about filing a case (if this proves necessary - am hoping they're just a bit disorganised and will reply and pay me soon). Thanks in advance!

I think stronger language than " asking if I'm going to be paid" might be advisable. You need to set out exactly what you are owing and why and demand payment.

You can bring a claim for unpaid wages to an Employment Tribunal, but fees apply to do so, of significantly more than the amount you are due.

You would need to go to ACAS before then anyway for what's called early conciliation, which might do the trick, so I would suggest calling them for advice, and they will also talk you through the procedure if a written demand doesn't get you anywhere. Their number is 0300 123 1100

If it's feasible for you to do so, could you ring them and tell them you are coming to pick up your wages? Less easy to ignore than an e-mail.

Thank you both that really helps- just wanted to get an idea of my next steps if needed. Never had this sort of situation before so wasn't sure my exact position/best course of action. Will send a firmer email and try ringing- thanks once again

I think I need some advice again.. after much ado I was asked to come in for a chat with the rather disinterested manager about it. He said I'd be paid for a 4 hour shift and for 2 hours of a 6 hour trial shift- do you know if that's legal? He said they don't have to pay up to four hours of a trial shift...do you know if that's right? I find that very exploitative, do you know where I'd stand legally? Thanks a lot in advance!

How long were you there? Firstly, any trial shift would presumably have been your first one, so I would imagine you have already been paid for that? You mention that you were paid weekly, which implies you have been paid already.

What did your contract/any written information say about rates/trials etc?

With the shift he refers to, would it have worked out as at least National Minimum Wage on average overall?

Ah sorry, haven't been clear. But no, I done the 6 hr trial shift then done the contract the week after. I didn't get paid for the trial shift or a shift I agreed to work the day I done my paperwork. I only worked weekends when it was really busy and only got a real chance to speak to my manager about the pay a few weeks after starting when I gave my notice in..I'd always assumed the pay would just be sort of made up along the way but it wasn't..(especially as one guy mentioned he'd got paid for his trial shift). Sorry I know it's a bit of a read and I do appreciate your help . Do you know of any precise law or code which lets them not pay me for a 4 hr trial?