Answer questions about your redundancy situation and find out exactly what you are legally entitled to — including notice pay, redundancy pay, consultation rights and the right to appeal.
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Being made redundant can be stressful and confusing. UK employment law provides significant protections for employees facing redundancy. Understanding your rights is the first step to ensuring you receive everything you are entitled to.
For a redundancy to be fair, the employer must:
If the employer does not follow a fair process, you may have a claim for unfair dismissal — even if the redundancy itself was genuine.
If 20 or more employees are being made redundant at one establishment within 90 days, the employer must collectively consult with employee representatives. The minimum consultation period is:
The employer must also notify the government (HMRC) using an HR1 form.
If you believe your redundancy was unfair or your rights were not respected, you must generally make a claim to an Employment Tribunal within 3 months of your dismissal date. Always seek advice promptly — time limits are strict.
ACAS provides free advice for employees and employers on redundancy rights. Citizens Advice can also help with individual situations. If you believe your redundancy was unfair, consider consulting an employment solicitor — many offer free initial consultations.