Redundancies are a fact of life in the smaller business, where carrying surplus staff is a short cut to disaster. A shift in the economic or business climate, a merger or a move to a new location can all make redundancies inevitable.
Redundancy is a complex issue, full of pitfalls. To avoid falling foul of employment tribunals, it is essential to follow demonstrably fair procedures.
This briefing covers:
- The timetable and procedure to follow.
- How to choose who to make redundant.
- Calculating statutory redundancy pay.
- How to avoid legal and practical problems.
