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Watch Millie's story - Does any of this sound familiar to you? Grooms should only work for employers who believe in Good Employment, and don't work for those who don't!
Employing legally is not a choice and an employer has a responsibility to ensure that everything is done correctly to protect you and themselves.
The BGA wants grooms to only work for employers who believe in good employment. By identifying and avoiding positions of illegal employment, we can help improve the future of our industry.
Educate yourself on good employment and identify whether you are employed correctly with our step-by-step guide.
The BGA recently conducted an online survey to uncover the impact of poor employment practices on the mental health and well-being of grooms.
The results are not pretty and identify high levels of anxiety and depression within the equestrian workforce.
Poor working conditions are directly linked to high levels of anxiety (65%) and depression (55%) among respondents.
Anger and frustration were reported by 54%, while sadness and confusion were noted by 39% and 32%, respectively. Only 11% of respondents reported no emotional impact from their work.
Workplace Bullying and Harassment: 43% reported experiencing bullying, and 8% faced sexual harassment.
Employment Rights Breaches: Issues were identified around contracts, being paid below the National Minimum Wage, pensions, false self employment and annual leave.
The BGA is the national representative body for all
grooms working in the UK or British grooms abroad.
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