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It is a type of dismissal, and the statutory definition encompasses three types of situations: business closure, workplace closure, and reduction of workforce.

In today’s financial market, redundancies are unfortunately becoming a reality for many businesses and employees.

Redundancy should be the last option that an employer reaches for when restructuring their business.

As we move into the second half of the year, and with the cost-of-living crisis not yet showing signs of easing, many businesses are feeling the pinch and are exploring their options in a bid to save costs.

Settlement negotiations are generally subject to the 'without prejudice' rule. This means that evidence of genuine attempts to settle an existing dispute cannot be disclosed in tribunal or court proceedings.

When is senior executive is offered a ‘without prejudice’ severance package through a settlement agreement the primary focus of both parties is usually on the money. What is a reasonable (or sufficiently attractive) sum to pay to the executive in order to quickly resolve whatever destabilising situation has arisen?  

Recently, many employers have been considering restructuring their business, particularly in light of the global pandemic and various ways of working. We explore the considerations when undertaking a fair redundancy process.

The UK ferry operator P&O Ferries announced their decision on Thursday 17 March 2022 to cut 800 jobs with immediate effect. It was reported that workers were informed via a video message that “the company has made the decision that its vessels going forward will be primarily crewed by a third party crew provider” and that it was their “final day of employment”.

In the UK, it is not mandatory to have the COVID-19 vaccination for the general population. However, from 11 November 2021, individuals working in a Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered care home for adults in England will need to provide proof that they have had two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine to enable them to enter the premises (unless they are medically exempt). 

Speculators predicted a surge in redundancies this autumn as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme comes to an end on the 30th September. However, this surge doesn’t appear to be forthcoming.