Redundancy Advice
Redundancy solicitors in Cheltenham
At Pembridge Solicitors, we advise employees who are facing redundancy or who believe their redundancy may be unfair. Based in Cheltenham, our employment solicitors provide clear, practical advice to help you understand your rights, assess whether the redundancy process has been handled correctly, and decide what steps to take next. Redundancy can be unsettling, particularly where it affects income, job security, and future plans. Our role is to explain your position in plain English and guide you through your options with calm and realistic advice.
What is redundancy?
Redundancy occurs when an employer needs to reduce their workforce, usually because a role is no longer required. This can happen due to business closure, restructuring, reduced demand, or changes in how work is carried out. A redundancy should relate to the role itself, not the individual. Employers must follow a fair process and apply clear criteria when selecting employees for redundancy.
When redundancy advice is needed
Advice is often sought when an employee is placed “at risk” of redundancy, invited to a consultation meeting, or informed that their role is being removed. Legal advice can also be important where an employee believes the redundancy is a cover for another reason, such as performance issues or discrimination. Early advice helps ensure the process is handled fairly and that important deadlines or opportunities are not missed.
Understanding the redundancy process
A fair redundancy process usually involves consultation, clear selection criteria, and consideration of alternative roles. Employees should be given an opportunity to ask questions, challenge their selection, and explore suitable alternative employment where available. Employers are also required to follow specific rules in collective redundancy situations. Understanding what a fair process looks like is key to identifying whether something has gone wrong.
How we handle redundancy matters
When you instruct Pembridge Solicitors, we begin by reviewing the redundancy situation in detail. We assess whether there is a genuine redundancy situation, whether the consultation process was meaningful, and whether fair selection criteria were applied. We also review redundancy pay, notice entitlements, and any alternative roles offered. Where concerns arise, we explain your options clearly, which may include raising concerns internally, negotiating terms, or pursuing a legal claim if appropriate. Throughout, we focus on protecting your position and helping you make informed decisions.
Redundancy pay and entitlements
Outcomes depend on the circumstances and how the redundancy was handled. This may include improved redundancy terms, compensation, or resolution through agreement. In some cases, formal legal action may be appropriate. Our role is to help you understand what outcomes are realistic and to pursue a proportionate resolution.
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Redundancy FAQs
How do I know if my redundancy is genuine?
A redundancy is genuine if the employer no longer needs the role to exist. If the role continues unchanged or is quickly given to someone else, this may raise concerns. Legal advice can help assess whether the redundancy situation is genuine.
Does my employer have to consult with me?
Yes. Consultation is a key part of a fair redundancy process. You should be informed of the situation, allowed to ask questions, and given an opportunity to respond before a final decision is made. A lack of meaningful consultation may make a redundancy unfair.
Can I be selected for redundancy because of performance?
Redundancy should be about the role, not the individual. While selection criteria may include skills or performance, redundancy should not be used as a substitute for dealing with performance issues. Advice can help assess whether selection was fair.
Am I entitled to redundancy pay?
You may be entitled to statutory redundancy pay if you have at least two years’ continuous service. Some employers offer enhanced redundancy packages. Advice can help confirm what you are entitled to receive.
What if I am offered another role?
Employers should consider suitable alternative roles where available. Whether a role is suitable depends on factors such as pay, location, and duties. Refusing a suitable role may affect redundancy pay, so advice is important before making a decision.
Are there time limits to challenge a redundancy?
Yes. Strict time limits apply if you wish to bring a legal claim relating to redundancy. Because deadlines can be short, it is important to seek advice as soon as possible.
Why Choose Pembridge Solicitors?
While our redundancy solicitors are based in Cheltenham, we also advise clients from Tewkesbury, Gloucester, and across England and Wales, with support provided in person or remotely where appropriate.
Speak to redundancy solicitors in Cheltenham
If you are facing redundancy or have concerns about how a redundancy has been handled, our solicitors are here to help. We provide clear, practical advice to help you understand your rights and take the next step with confidence. To speak to one of our employment solicitors, call 0330 900 0377 or contact us online to arrange a confidential consultation.
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Calderwood House
Montpellier Parade
Cheltenham
GL50 1UA
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