How Do I Calculate Redundancy Payments?

Can I get a free consultation? Facing redundancy can be overwhelming, with many concerns running through your mind. Whether voluntary or compulsory, understanding how to calculate your redundancy payment is crucial. Knowing your entitlements ensures you receive the correct amount and helps you to make informed decisions about your future. In this article, we’ll break … Read more

Do I Have to Keep my Redundancy Confidential?

In many cases, you are not legally required to keep your redundancy confidential unless you have signed a specific agreement stating otherwise. However, in certain situations, employers may request confidentiality as part of a settlement agreement. This is a common practice in redundancy situations where an employer offers an enhanced redundancy package. In exchange, the … Read more

Redundancy Guide for Employees in the UK

What is Redundancy?   Redundancy occurs when an employer dismisses an employee because the business no longer needs the role. This is typically due to restructuring or downsizing efforts to reduce the overall workforce. Employment law guidelines   In the UK, redundancy is regulated by employment law, requiring employers to follow strict guidelines when making … Read more

Settlement agreement to end employment

A settlement agreement is used in most cases to end an employee’s employment.   This may be for the reason of the employee’s resignation alternatively for another reason for example redundancy. Due to the fact that this is the end of an employee’s employment they generally receive a contractual notice entitlement under the terms of … Read more

What Does Payment in Lieu of Notice Mean?

Typically, a notice period would be worked by an employee up to the date the notice period ends. PILON is a way for an employer to terminate an employee’s employment immediately without the notice period being worked. In this circumstance, the employer will pay the employee for the time they would have worked during their notice … Read more

Common Reasons for Termination of Employment

An employee’s employment may be terminated for one of a limited number of potentially fair reasons. These are redundancy, capability, conduct, illegality and some other substantial reason. What is the procedure for termination of employment?   If an employer decides to terminate an employee’s employment for any of these reasons, it is essential for the … Read more

Is redundancy the same as a settlement agreement?

No. Although both deal with the dismissal of an employee, they are different.   The difference is, redundancy is a longer, formal process involving a notice period, redundancy pay and sometimes the option to move into a different job role.   The settlement agreement process is quicker and is a negotiated legally binding contract in … Read more