Redundancy Help & Advice

Facing redundancy? Get clear guidance on your rights, redundancy pay, notice periods and the support available to help you move forward.

We provide comprehensive guidance articles on various redundancy topics, equipping you with the knowledge you need to make key decisions.

Redundancy can be a difficult time, but knowing your rights and options can make all the difference. Whether you're preparing for the possibility or dealing with it now, our easy-to-understand guides will help you take your next steps with clarity and confidence

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  1. Can You Be Made Redundant If Your Job Still Exists?
    It’s not just about the job title it’s about the business need. Learn whether you can be made redundant if your job still exists, and how fair redundancy is defined under UK law.

  2. Do You Have to Work Your Redundancy Notice Period?
    In most cases, yes, unless agreed otherwise. Discover whether you have to work your redundancy notice period, and what happens if you’re placed on garden leave or leave early.

  3. How Long After Being Made Redundant Can You Sign On?
    You can usually claim support immediately. We explain how long after being made redundant you can sign on for Universal Credit or Jobseeker’s Allowance.

  4. Can You Be Made Redundant Whilst on Maternity?
    It’s possible but there are strict rules. Find out if you can be made redundant while on maternity leave, and what legal protections apply.

  5. When Should You Receive Your Redundancy Payment?
    Timing matters when bills are due. Learn when you should receive your redundancy payment, and what to do if it’s late or incorrect.

  6. Can You Be Made Redundant Whilst on Sick Leave?
    Being off sick doesn’t prevent redundancy but employers must tread carefully. Discover if you can be made redundant while on sick leave, and what safeguards exist.

  7. Does Income Protection Cover Redundancy?
    Most income protection policies don’t cover job loss but some do. We explain whether income protection covers redundancy, and what type of cover you’d need.

  8. How to Make Someone Redundant
    Handled poorly, redundancy can lead to legal disputes. Learn how to make someone redundant fairly, including consultation, notice, and selection processes.

  9. Can You Get Another Job While on Redundancy Notice?
    Yes, but timing and contracts matter. Find out if you can get another job while on redundancy notice, and how it affects your pay and entitlements.

  10. Is Tax Payable on Redundancy Payments?
    Some of your payout may be tax-free but not all of it. Learn whether tax is payable on redundancy payments, and what the £30,000 exemption covers.

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