I am currently working 16 hours a week as a housekeeper and have for the past 2 years. Before this I worked full time until 2011 when I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. I had an operation, chemo and radiotherapy and returned to work part time 11 months later, when I signed a contract. We now have a new manager who has said I need to reconsider my position and return full time! I told her I was not prepared to do this as I value my health. This is causing me stress, sleepless nights etc. I don't want to go in to work! I have been with this employer for 15.5 years. Can you tell me where I stand please as it is now making me ill?

I am so sorry to read about the challenges you have at the moment and have had with your health.

I would recommend that you speak to ACAS who are an association dedicated to preventing and resolving employment disputes. Take a look at their link www.acas.org.uk and the contact information as they have a helpline for advice.

You may also like to consider taking Avena Calm made from oats and traditionally used to support the nervous system during times of stress. It may also help to improve sleep.

I do hope you manage to resolve this satisfactorily so that your stress levels can be reduced and your health given the priority it deserves.

With best wishes

Marianna

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