First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template
Our First Redundancy Consultation Meeting Script Template enables structured discussions, addressing employee concerns professionally at the start of the process.
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First individual redundancy consultation meeting script
1 [Introduction]
1.1 Welcome
1.1.1 Thank you for attending this meeting today.
1.2 [If no prior announcement has been made]
1.2.1 I need to inform you that, due to [insert reasons], the Company is currently considering making the position you hold redundant. As a result, your role is at risk. However, I want to emphasise that you are not being made redundant at this stage; you are at risk of redundancy, and this is why we are meeting today.
1.3 [If a prior announcement has been made]
1.3.1 Do you have any questions or concerns about the announcement that was made previously?
2 [Consultation]
2.1 This meeting marks the start of a formal consultation period.
2.2 The consultation will last for [insert number of days] days, and we expect it to end on [insert date]. However, please note that this timeline may be subject to review as the process progresses.
3 [Voluntary Redundancy (if applicable)]
3.1 Are you interested in being considered for voluntary redundancy?
3.2 If yes, please let me know, and I will record this.
3.3 If you need more time to consider this, please let me know within the next two working days.
4 [Selection (if applicable)]
The criteria for selection for redundancy have
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The purpose of a First Individual Redundancy Consultation Meeting Script Template is to provide a structured framework for the initial consultation meeting with an employee who is at risk of redundancy.
The script helps guide the conversation between the employer and the employee, ensuring that all relevant topics are covered in a sensitive and professional manner. It allows the employer to explain the reasons for potential redundancy, explore potential alternatives, and answer any questions or concerns the employee may have. The template aims to ensure a fair and transparent consultation process, providing the employee with necessary information about the redundancy process, their rights, and entitlements.
Additionally, the script helps create a consistent approach to handling redundancy consultations, promoting clarity and understanding for both parties involved.
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Compliance
Compliance
This First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template incorporates relevant UK laws and HR standards, including those listed below:
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Employment Rights Act 1996: Provides guidelines on the redundancy consultation process, including individual consultations and the obligation to inform employees of potential redundancy.
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Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992: Applies to collective redundancies and outlines the consultation requirements for employers when making multiple employees redundant.
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Equality Act 2010: Ensures fair treatment during the redundancy process, prohibiting discrimination based on protected characteristics.
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ACAS Code of Practice on Handling Redundancy: Offers best practices for employers to follow during the redundancy process, including individual consultations.
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Data Protection Act 2018: Ensures that employee data related to redundancy consultations is handled securely and confidentially.
Flowchart
Flowchart
Check which resources should be implemeted before and/or after the First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template, to understand the workflow.
First individual redundancy consultation meeting invitation letter
If you need to initiate redundancy consultation with an employee who has been provisionally selected for redundancy, send this model letter to invite them to a redundancy consultation meeting.
Final individual redundancy consultation meeting invitation letter
If you need to conclude consultation with a provisionally selected employee, send this model redundancy consultation final meeting invitation letter template.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I use this First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template for small businesses?
Yes. The First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
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Is this First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template compliant with 2025 UK employment law?
Absolutely. All templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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Can I customise this First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template for my organisation?
Yes, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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Do I get instant access to the First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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What if I need a full HR toolkit, not just the First individual redundancy consultation meeting script template?
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