STORM Eunice has been causing chaos throughout the night, as the continuing bad weather conditions pose an issue for Brits trying to get to work today.

Brits are set to spend the weekend battling what could be the worst winds seen in 30 years.

Millions have already been told to stay at home during the 100mph gales.

The severe conditions pushed the Met Office to issue a "danger to life" red weather warning, with "flying debris" expected.

As a result, a number of schools made the decision to close today, kickstarting an early half term for some.

Train lines have also been affected, as is often the case with severe weather conditions.

Public transport is likely to be delayed or cancelled because of bad weather, and some Brits may struggle to even get off their driveways because of the gusting winds.

Fallen trees and other debris might block the way down the street too.

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It poses a big problem to everyone trying to get to work today.

In some cases, workers have been told not to venture out at all.

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We explain your rights if the weather stops you from getting in on time, or at all. Here's everything you need to know.

Do I get paid if I can't get to work?

Unfortunately, there is no automatic legal right to be paid if you miss work due to bad weather.

Employers are entitled to regard your absence as unauthorised, even if it is due to weather circumstances way out of your control.

Travelling to work is your responsibility – but exceptions may be made if the company provide transport such as a bus service which is cancelled.

However, it is important to remember your employer should not force or pressure you to unnecessarily attempt the journey if there are legitimate safety reasons why you should not travel.

Some employers may allow staff work from home, especially as some areas of the UK have been advised not to venture out in the conditions.

They might also let you use annual leave to cover the time off if you can't make it in.

It'll be down to your employer as to whether the accomodations can be made or if you can get paid for the time off anyway.

What if my workplace is closed because of the weather?

If your work is closed due to extreme weather conditions, you will still be paid for the time it is closed.

If you are ready, available and willing to work but bosses have closed and it's not down to you, you should be awarded your usual rate.

The day can not be marked down as a holiday – unless there is an advance warning of bad weather and employers give prior notice for people to use it.

It is important to check your contract because it may contain clauses regarding specific arrangements for snow days, as some employers can ask you to work from home if you are able to.

If you are on a zero-hours contract or your employer has a contractual right to decline to offer you work at short notice, they may not have to pay you.

Do I still have to use my annual leave when I'm on holiday and my workplace closes?

This depends upon your employers individual policy and whether employees are still expected to work when the business is shut.

In some cases, you could possibly claim your holiday back if all other staff members have been granted a day off due to the weather.

However, if employees are still expected to work from home or continue their roles outside of the workplace, then it is unlikely you will be able to claim your annual leave back.

My child’s school is closed – can I take the day off work?

Schools have been closed across the country and pupils told to stay at home as a result of Storm Eunice.

Schools in Cardiff, Swansea, most of the South Wales valleys and Bristol have closed and will move to remote learning for today.

Parents are entitled to take a reasonable amount of emergency unpaid time off work to look after your children is there is an unexpected disruption in their normal care arrangements.

This could include the closure of a nursery or school due to adverse weather conditions.

However, this time should be used to make alternative arrangements for their care instead rather than caring for your child.

Many employers are more flexible though in these circumstances and will allow employees to take holiday at short notice or, if appropriate, to work from home or make the time up.

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