Redundancy Procedures

In difficult times, employers need to reduce the number of staff. However, if the redundancy process was carried out incorrectly, you may be able to bring a claim for unfair dismissal. DSM Legal are solicitors based in Warrington who specialise in employment law. To speak to one of our employment law solicitors call 0845 009 0863 today.

The redundancy process should be carried out correctly by your employer. It will not be a redundancy situation if the employer cannot demonstrate one of the following:

• Closure of the entire business
• Closure of the place the employee works
• Requirement for reduction of the workforce

Redundancy Procedures

There must be a fair selection of employees for redundancy, usually by first selecting a pool of employees then applying a list of fair and objective criteria to narrow down the pool to those to potentially be dismissed.

Your employer must warn you of the risk of redundancy and must consult with you so that you can state your case. Your employer should also discuss and consider suitable alternative employment and ways to avoid dismissal. You should be permitted the opportunity to appeal the decision.

If you have been made redundant, you may be entitled to redundancy pay.You also need to be given the correct notice period, outstanding wages and holiday pay.

Useful Links: Statutory Redundancy Calculator

DSM Legal are solicitors based in Warrington who specialise in employment law. To speak to one of our employment law solicitors call 0845 009 0863 today.

DSM Legal is a solicitors firm in Warrington, Cheshire. We have qualified and experienced employment solicitors who can provide legal advice in all areas of employment law including redundancy procedures, employment tribunal proceedings and discrimination cases.