Rest break checker
Check a shift against the UK rules for breaks and rest between working days.
For the details and exceptions, read the rest breaks guide.
Rules from GOV.UK: Rest breaks at work and young workers, read 24 October 2026.
Questions
When is a break required?
Adults are entitled to an uninterrupted 20-minute break when they work more than 6 hours a day; young workers to 30 minutes when they work more than 4.5 hours.
How much rest is needed between shifts?
11 hours between working days for adults, 12 hours for young workers. Finishing at 20:00 and starting at 07:00 is exactly 11 hours.
Do breaks have to be paid?
No, the law doesn't require it; it depends on the employment contract.
Breaks checked on every shift
KiteClock flags missed, short and late breaks on timesheets, and checks rest between shifts as you plan the rota.