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<p>The vast majority of care workers are employed by private sector providers who
set their pay and conditions, independent of central Government. However, we do expect
all employers to meet their legal and contractual obligations. The law requires employers
to enrol all eligible workers into a qualifying workplace pension scheme and make
at least a minimum contribution to their pension. The Pensions Regulator is responsible
for maximising employer compliance.</p><p>There is statutory protection for workers
against unlawful deductions from wages, including complete non-payment. Workers who
believe that unlawful deductions have been made from their wages may complain to an
employment tribunal. Non-payment of wages is also likely to constitute a breach of
contract and employees may be entitled to make a breach of contract claim through
the civil courts or, if the employment has ended, the employment tribunals.</p>
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