Know your rights
Workplace rights, your right to equal treatment and industry specific best practice.
Advice and support
Advice on your rights at work, money, conditions, and industry best practice. Plus access legal support, pensions and insurance available to Equity members.
We're here when you need us - with support, advice and representation.
Whether you’re looking for pay rates, want to understand your rights, need financial support or are facing harassment at work, we can help. Take a look at the sections below for advice and guidance. Or contact us if you need further support.
Performers' rights
Understanding your intellectual property rights
Dignity at work
Advice if you are being bullied, harassed or treated unfairly at work – and if you’re experiencing abuse at home.
Legal support
If you’re an Equity member, we can help with legal claims for breach of contract, claims for personal injury and accidents at work.
Casting and auditions
Guidance on your rights and best practice in the casting and auditioning process.
Social security, tax and financial support
Advice on Social Security (otherwise known as ‘welfare benefits’), tax, National Insurance and other sources of financial support.
Health and safety
Health and safety advice and how to get help.
Insurance
Information about insurance available to Equity members.
Pensions
The Equity Pension Scheme helps you prepare for your future
Secondary payments
Royalties and other secondary payments: what they are, why they are important and how they are paid.
