Can I be threatened with redundancy?

If the employer fails to do this then the redundancy may be considered unfair. If you feel you have been selected unfairly then you can appeal and if necessary take your case to an employment tribunal.

How do you deal with redundancy threats?

How to deal with redundancy:

Don’t panic. It’s common for people to either rush into a flurry of activity or be like a rabbit caught in headlights when they get made redundant.
Know your rights.
Negotiate.
Depersonalise.
Don’t burn your bridges.
Get support.
Plan your Finances.
Do your research.

How long is threat of redundancy?

Some firms can keep their employees ‘at risk’ of redundancy for up to 12 months while they try to find a position for them elsewhere in the company. Normally if your employer makes you ‘at risk’ it is a good sign because it means they are looking for a solution and do not want to make you redundant.

What do you say to someone at risk of redundancy?

Start by saying you’re sorry to inform the team you need to make them redundant. Give a reason why as this will help them understand what’s going on. Be prepared for an emotional reaction but avoid arguing back or becoming a punching bag.

Can you ask for redundancy due to stress?

The short answer to the question is yes, you can make someone redundant when they are off sick – but as with any dismissal, you are taking a risk, and how big that risk is will depend on the circumstances.

Can a company refuse to pay statutory redundancy?

Your employer can refuse to pay your redundancy pay if they don’t think you have a good reason for turning down the job.

Can you make someone redundant due to performance?

This definition makes it clear that you cannot use redundancy as the reason for dismissing a poorly performing employee. Furthermore, if you recruited someone into the same or a similar role soon after, your real motive will be obvious and you could end up with an unfair dismissal claim.

What to do if you have been threatened with redundancy?

You need to be proactive: screen the vacancy list and the firm’s website, and apply if appropriate. When a suitable alternative vacancy is offered to you, be cautious before refusing it. If you refuse it unreasonably, you may lose your rights to your redundancy payment.

What happens if you refuse a redundancy offer?

If you refuse it unreasonably, you may lose your rights to your redundancy payment. If you do not have any “good” reason to refuse, you should consider using the statutory trial period (4 weeks). It will show that you have given it real consideration.

How long do you have to give notice of redundancy?

The length of your notice period is usually set out in your employment contract. The statutory minimum notice pay is 1 week’s salary if you have more than 1 month but less than 2 years of service, and 1 week per complete year of service afterwards (up to 12 weeks).

What happens in the aftermath of a redundancy?

However, a lenient attitude to disciplinary policies or a careless approach to dealing with grievances will further jeopardise a business in the aftermath of redundancies. When used correctly, businesses find that the effective application of disciplinary and grievance policies can improve workplace conditions and productivity.

How much redundancy pay do you get if you have 2 years?

If you have more than 2 years of service, you are also entitled to a statutory redundancy payment of 0.5, 1 or 1.5 times a week’s salary per year of service, depending on your age. It is worth checking your employer’s Staff Handbook and what used to be done in the past: your employer may have a more generous contractual policy.