Redundancy appeal letter template

Private and Confidential

I am writing to formally appeal against the decision to dismiss me by reason of redundancy, as confirmed in the letter dated [Date of Redundancy Decision]. I am submitting this appeal in accordance with the company's redundancy or appeal procedure.

I wish to challenge the decision for the reasons set out below and request that the circumstances, evidence and process followed are reviewed fairly and impartially.

1. Grounds of appeal

Ground 1: Selection criteria and scoring

[If applicable: I believe that the selection criteria and/or the scores applied to me were unfair or inaccurate. The specific concern is [describe the criterion, score or assessment being challenged].]

The reasons for my concern are [explain the relevant facts, examples, performance records, experience or other evidence]. I would ask that the scoring and the evidence relied upon are reviewed.

Ground 2: Selection pool

[If applicable: I believe the selection pool was inappropriate or did not properly reflect the roles and employees undertaking comparable work. My concern is [explain the roles, responsibilities or circumstances that should have been considered].]

I would ask the appeal manager to review how the selection pool was determined and whether the approach was reasonable in the circumstances.

Ground 3: Consultation process

[If applicable: I have concerns about the consultation process, including [identify any concerns, such as insufficient information, unanswered questions, proposals not properly considered or decisions appearing to have been made before consultation concluded].]

During consultation, I raised [summarise the questions, suggestions or alternatives proposed]. I do not believe these matters were adequately considered because [explain the reasons and any relevant evidence].

Ground 4: Alternatives to redundancy

[If applicable: I believe that alternatives to redundancy were not adequately considered. These included [identify any alternative arrangements, changes to working hours, voluntary redundancy options, redeployment or other proposals].]

I would ask the appeal manager to review whether these options were properly considered and whether any could have avoided or reduced the need for my redundancy.

Ground 5: Suitable alternative employment

[If applicable: I believe that a suitable alternative vacancy may have been available but was not properly considered or offered to me. The role was [Job Title / Department], and I believe it may have been suitable because [explain the relevant skills, experience, duties, pay, location or other circumstances].]

I would ask the employer to confirm how alternative vacancies were identified and assessed and whether any relevant vacancy should have been considered for me.

Ground 6: Additional evidence or other concerns

[If applicable: I would also like the appeal manager to consider the following additional evidence or concerns: [describe the information, dates, documents or other relevant circumstances].]

This information is relevant because [explain how it may affect the selection decision or the fairness of the process].

2. Outcome sought

In light of the concerns outlined above, I ask that the redundancy decision is reviewed and that the appeal manager considers whether the selection decision and process were fair and reasonable.

My preferred outcome is [for example, reconsideration of my selection, a review of the scoring, consideration for a suitable alternative vacancy, or withdrawal of the redundancy dismissal where appropriate].

3. Appeal meeting

Please confirm the arrangements for an appeal meeting so that I can explain my grounds, provide relevant information and respond to any questions. I would appreciate the opportunity to have the appeal considered by a manager who was not involved in the original decision, where possible.

[If applicable: I would like to be accompanied at the appeal meeting by [Name], who is my [work colleague / trade union representative].]

Please let me know if you require any further information before the meeting and confirm the expected timescale for the appeal decision.

4. Closing

I hope that the appeal will provide an opportunity to review the concerns raised and ensure that the redundancy process has been handled fairly and in accordance with the company's procedure.

Thank you for considering my appeal. I look forward to receiving confirmation of the next steps.