Across the UK's retail, hospitality, and service sectors, a simple yet powerful legal right is being routinely denied: the right to sit at work. This right isn't a modern luxury or a perk; it is a long-standing legal requirement enshrined in The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, specifically Regulation 11.
Despite this, non-compliance is endemic. Walk into countless shops, bars, or reception areas, and you'll see employees standing for entire shifts, often with no seat in sight. This widespread disregard for seating regulations creates a significant public health issue and a clear breach of UK workers' welfare rights.
