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The guide outlines the obligations and timeline for employers during redundancies, ensuring compliance and supporting a smooth transition.
The following timescales are indicative only.
Actual timescales will vary depending upon the complexity of the redundancy, and the number of employees.
| Stage | Task | Timeframe |
| Identification of Redundancy Need | Assess business reasons for redundancy | As soon as the need arises |
| Determine the number and roles at risk | ||
| Explore alternative options to redundancy | ||
| Consultation | Individual consultation | 2-4 |
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The purpose of this guide is to provide employers with a structured overview of the obligations and timeline involved in managing redundancies.
It helps employers understand the necessary stages and tasks, as well as the associated timeframes, to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. By following this guide, employers can effectively navigate the redundancy process, promote transparency, and support employees during this challenging period.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Provides statutory rights for employees, including notice periods, redundancy pay, and unfair dismissal protections.
Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992: Regulates collective consultation requirements when making 20 or more employees redundant within 90 days.
Equality Act 2010: Prohibits discrimination during the redundancy process based on protected characteristics, such as age, gender, race, disability, etc.
Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE): Covers situations where a business is transferred, requiring employee consultation and protection.
The Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government, etc.) (Modification) Order 1999: Modifies redundancy payment provisions for certain local government employees.
The Information and Consultation of Employees Regulations 2004: Requires employers to inform and consult with employee representatives in redundancy situations.
Employment Tribunal Rules of Procedure: Provides a legal framework for resolving employment disputes related to redundancies through the tribunal system.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Ensures employers provide a safe working environment during the redundancy process and beyond.
Statutory Maternity Pay (General) Regulations 1986: Covers maternity pay entitlements during redundancy situations for pregnant employees.
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Sets minimum wage rates that must be maintained during the redundancy process.
Yes. This template has been designed for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses, charities and growing employers. It follows UK employment law best practice and can be adapted to suit your organisation.
Our templates are developed with UK employment legislation, Acas guidance and HR best practice in mind and are reviewed and updated as relevant requirements change. However, every employment situation is different, so the template should be adapted to the circumstances and checked against the employee's contract and your organisation's procedures before use.
Yes, we highlight the areas of the document 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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Darryl Horn, Chartered HR Director
Darryl is a Chartered HR professional with over 25 years' experience in senior HR and employee relations roles.
He has extensive practical experience of managing redundancy processes and founded hrdocbox to provide businesses with practical, professionally developed HR resources grounded in UK employment law and best practice.
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