Redundancy guide · Great Britain
What happens in a redundancy consultation?
Consultation gives you a chance to discuss why your role is at risk, how selection works and what could avoid dismissal. Collective consultation rules can apply when an employer proposes multiple redundancies.
Prepare for the meeting
Ask for the proposed timeline, selection criteria and available roles. Bring specific corrections or alternatives, and request a written response. If several people are affected, check GOV.UK for the current collective consultation thresholds and timescales.
Use the statutory redundancy pay calculator to estimate the statutory component for the 2026/27 rate period in England, Scotland or Wales.
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