Usually yes, and more easily than later on, but probation isn't a blank cheque. You still need a fair reason and a fair, if shorter, process, and some claims like discrimination apply from day one whatever the length of service.
The trick is to actually use probation: set expectations from day one, give honest feedback early, and don't leave the hard conversation until the final week.
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General guidance to help you decide your next step, not legal advice. Employment law changes, so always check the current position for your own situation.
