Does my previous employer HAVE to pay me ?

Question

i started a new job recently, did 5 days, then decided it wasnt for me. so i left without notice and am sttill waiting for pay. does the employer have to pay me ?

he has my p45 and bank details. i have contacted them several times but its still not resolved.

anybody help ?

Answer 1

it does not matter if it is 5 days or 5 years...as long as you were on their payroll and you did work for them they are obligated to pay you.  

Answer 2

Yes, they have to pay you for this, but you may have to take them to court to get the money.  Its a simple small claims case if you take them to court and I'll bet once they get served they will just pay you rather than even show up in court, but I doubt they are terribly happy with you right now and so a court action may be required.