Employees in the UK have certain rights to request training and study opportunities while working:

Request Time Off: Employees can formally request time off for training or study if they work for an employer with at least 250 employees.

Eligibility: Must have worked for the employer for at least 26 weeks.

Formal Request: Submit a written request detailing the training or study, how it will benefit the job, and any relevant details.

Employer's Response: Employers must consider the request and respond within a reasonable time, providing a valid business reason if they refuse.

Apprenticeships: Employees have the right to participate in apprenticeship programs, combining work with study.

Protection from Discrimination: Employees are protected from unfair treatment or dismissal for requesting training or study.

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