QUESTION 2 (word limit: 200)

Larry works as a self-employed gardener for X Ltd. There is no question of Gary being an employee.

During the evening, Larry works for another company, Y Ltd., as a delivery driver, on an as-and-when required basis - Larry is given 24 hours' notice to work. Larry uses Y Ltd.s van to make any deliveries required.

During the last five years, Larry also works as an employee, for Z Ltd., a bakery. He has been given one months notice to terminate his employment.

Which of the following best describes Larrys employment rights and status? Please choose one answer. If necessary, briefly explain, within a line or two, what led you to your choice:

With X Ltd.:

With Y Ltd.:

a1. A contract of agency.

a2. A contract of employment.

a3. A contract of partnership.

a4. A contract for the provision of services.

b1. Larry is an employee.

b2. Larry is an independent contractor because there is no obligation on his employer to provide work (he is offered work on an as-and-when required basis).

b3. Larry is an independent contractor because he is given 24 hours notice of when he is required to work.

With Z Ltd.: c1. Under the Employment Rights Act 1996 he is entitled to a minimum period of one month's notice.

c2. Under the Employment Rights Act 1996 he is entitled to a minimum period of five weeks' notice.

c3. Common Law requires the employer to give a reasonable period of notice and one month is reasonable.