Redundancy

Redundancy Consultation Period

A consultation period is required before making redundancies. In this guide, we’ll explain what the consultation is, and how to conduct it.

Apprentices and Redundancy

Redundancies are sometimes an unfortunate reality of running a business, and apprentices may be one of the first roles you consider letting go. But can an employer make an apprentice redundant? And if so, what are the surrounding legalities? We’ll explore this and more below.

Redundancy if a Company Goes Bust

Redundancy is hard for everyone. But what happens if the worst has happened and you can’t afford redundancy payments? Find out more here.

Suitable Alternative Employment

Alternative employment is a job position offered to employees who would have otherwise been made redundant. Employees are offered different role within a company. The aim is to offer reassignment to employees rather than face potential unemployment.

Zero Hour Contracts and Redundancy

Now, as employers look to cut costs by making staff redundant, probably for the first time, zero-hours and casual workers could be included in the process. Make sure you stay compliant with our guide.

TUPE and Redundancy

TUPE protects employment terms & conditions, including redundancy protections. Understanding TUPE is vital for new owners of a business. Call PBS for advice.

Prepare for new HR laws: Redundancy protection for pregnant staff

To learn about new redundancy rights for staff who are expecting to take (or already taking) leave, here's what you need to know…

Redundancy rules changing from 6 April

Our HR expert explains the implications of the extended ‘protected period’ for pregnant employees and returnees from family-related leave when considering redundancy:

Poundland snaps up 71 Wilko stores

Poundland owner Pepco has agreed to take on up to 71 Wilko stores, with staff working at the sites given priority for jobs once the sale has been completed.

Redundancy mistakes you need to avoid

Redundancy is a complex process. Along with being emotionally tough, there are steps you need to take to avoid risk. Without following specific ACAS rules, you could leave your business vulnerable to tribunal claims.

Five ways to cut staff costs without redundancies

Reducing staff hours: an alternative to redundancies?

During financially challenging times, companies may have no other option than to consider redundancies.

Making redundancies is a big decision. And one that you need to think carefully about.

No employer enjoys making redundancies. However, when you make them, it’s important to get the process right.

During financially challenging times, companies may have no other option than to consider redundancies. As stressful as this is for employers, employees also understand the perils or redundancies and often have fears with job security.

For many businesses, redundancy is a difficult situation to approach. Letting talented employees go is tough, but sometimes essential.

Voluntary redundancy