Nobody enjoys making employee redundancies or taking the decision to fire people, but sometimes it's the only option. Our content offers advice on matters including redundancy pay, HR procedures and the law. The articles also signpost to other helpful information such as government websites and legal guidelines.
A Guide to Director Redundancy
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Closing down a business can be a complicated process, with directors often overlooking the fact that they are eligible for redundancy pay. Gary Addison talks us through the small print
Employment Tribunal Fees: The Impact of Abolition
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Four years after their introduction, the Supreme Court has abolished employment tribunal fees, ruling them unlawful. But what does it mean for employers?
Terminating an Executive Officer After TARP Funding
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What are the consequences for terminating an executive officer in a US firm that has accepted Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) government funding?
What is Statutory Redundancy Pay?
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If you're facing redundancy, it's vital to know what you're entitled to. Review our brief introduction to statutory redundancy pay and how it's calculated
Introduction to Redundancy Consultation
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If you're being affected by possible redundancies, you need to know what redundancy consultation is and how long it lasts for...
Advice on Quitting Your Job
— Read More — Advice on Quitting Your JobQuitting your job can often be one of the most stressful points in your career. Here are our top tips for smoothing the process just a little bit.
So Your Job is Ending - What Pay do You Get?
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Your employer's obligations for payments when employment ends - pay for severance, gardening leave and notice period.
Advice on Reducing Staff Hours and Laying Off
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If you need to cut costs, sometimes reducing staff hours is the only option. Find out what the legal obligations are before changing your employee's hours
Firing Employees - FAQs
— Read More — Firing Employees - FAQsThe process of firing an employee always leads to questions. Here are the most frequently asked questions, and how to cover your back as an employer.
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