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Redundancy

Redundancy is one of the most complex and sensitive areas of UK employment law. Employers must follow strict legal requirements when managing redundancy situations, including consultation, fair selection and redundancy pay.

 

Clear processes, consistent decision-making and effective communication are essential to avoid significant legal and reputational risk.

 

This hub brings together practical guidance, tools and insights to support HR teams through individual and collective redundancy processes.

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    Unfair dismissal reforms: Rethinking probationary periods

    With unfair dismissal protections tightening ahead of 2027, organisations are rethinking how they structure and manage probationary periods. Drawing on webinar insights, this article explores emerging approaches to probation length, extensions and performance management.

Browse our full library of UK redundancy resources
Tools & templates

Letter giving employee notice of dismissal for redundancy

Use this ready‑made redundancy notice letter to confirm dismissal after the consultation process. Ideal for HR teams managing …
Guides – How to

Definition of redundancy

Discover what legally counts as redundancy in the UK, including business closures, reduced work needs and reorganisations. Essential …
Guides – How to

Managing TUPE: The benefits of observing leading practice

This guide explores the benefits of observing leading practice when managing a TUPE transfer, including how engagement with …
Tools & templates

Letter to employee confirming trial period in alternative employment has been successful

Ensure clear communication with a letter template confirming a successful trial period in suitable alternative employment.
HR News

Court of Appeal rules on consultation process for individual redundancies

A Court of Appeal decision clarifying that employers are not required to carry out general workforce consultation for …
Guides – How to

How to consult on an individual basis during a redundancy exercise

A guide explaining how employers should carry out individual consultation during a redundancy exercise, including key steps to …
Guides – How to

How to choose and apply redundancy selection criteria

Discover best‑practice guidance for setting and implementing redundancy selection criteria that support transparent and defensible HR decisions.
Commentary and Insights

April 2025 employment law changes: Five-point checklist for HR

April 2025 employment law changes are on the horizon. In this resource, we cover the key changes for …
Tools & templates

Form for redundancy payment calculation

Ensure transparency and consistency in redundancy pay assessments with our easy‑to‑use HR calculation form.

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