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Under UK law, redundancy is considered one of the fair reasons for dismissal. However, for the redundancy to be fair, an employer must follow the redundancy rules and ensure it is a fair and reasonable procedure, otherwise the redundancy may be seen as unfair, which means you can potentially take your employer to a tribunal for unfair dismissal.
If you are facing redundancy at work, you will only have redundancy rights if you have worked for your employer for two years or more. You can only be made redundant if:
Any other reason is not a fair reason for redundancy. The typical scenarios which result in genuine redundancies include:
If you don’t think your redundancy is genuine then you may want to challenge your redundancy. Many organisations have a formal redundancy appeals process, which should always be your first port of call. If your employer does not have a set redundancy appeals process, then you can write your employer a redundancy appeal letter, outlining why you think your redundancy is unfair and asking them to reconsider.
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When facing redundancy, it's important to consider whether your employer has followed a fair and transparent process. A fair redundancy is not simply about the reason for dismissal, but also how the entire process has been conducted. Employers must consult with affected employees, apply consistent selection criteria and explore suitable alternative roles within the organisation before confirming redundancy.
Failure to follow these steps could render the redundancy unfair, even if the business reasons are valid. Consulting with a specialist employment solicitor can help determine whether your redundancy followed the correct guidelines and whether you have grounds to challenge it legally.
To ensure redundancy is considered fair, employers must adhere to several critical aspects, including:
If any of these steps are overlooked, your redundancy may not meet the threshold of fairness under UK employment law.
At Stephensons, we understand that facing redundancy can be a stressful and uncertain experience. Our employment law specialists for individuals are dedicated to ensuring that your rights are fully protected and that your redundancy has been handled fairly and legally. Here's why clients trust us:
Stephensons is committed to delivering a client-first approach, ensuring that your voice is heard and your case is treated with the urgency and care it deserves. If you believe your redundancy was not fair, take the first step by contacting our experienced team today.
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