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We know it can be difficult for any employer faced with the possibility of making their employees redundant. During these times you will be in need pragmatic legal advice and guidance so you can deliver the process as professionally as possible and within the law to avoid any possible Employment Tribunal claims in the future.
Employer obligations during redundancies
As an employer, there are certain legal obligations you must adhere to minimise the risk of disputes, including:
- You must follow a fair procedure throughout
- You must not discriminate any employee under the Equality Act 2010
- You must keep your employees informed and you must consult with them
- You must have considered alternatives to redundancy, such as voluntary redundancies or alternative roles within your business
Contact our Redundancy Solicitors
If you are considering redundancies in your business, we would strongly advise you seek legal guidance prior to making any significant decisions. Our Redundancy Solicitors can advise you on the alternatives available to you or, should you still need to pursue redundancies, we can explain how to inform and consult your employees, how to navigate the selection pool and criteria and how to ensure a fair procedure. Contact our Employment Law team from one of our offices in Andover, Romsey, Salisbury, Totton or Witney by using the Contact Form, emailing info@parkerbullen.com or using one of the phone numbers below:
- Redundancy Solicitors for Employers Andover: 01264 400500
- Redundancy Solicitors for Employers Romsey: 01794 328688
- Redundancy Solicitors for Employers Romsey (Incorporating Kirklands): 01794 513466
- Redundancy Solicitors for Employers Salisbury: 01722 412000
- Redundancy Solicitors for Employers Totton (Incorporating Kirklands): 023 8066 3313
- Redundancy Solicitors for Employers Witney: 01993 670944