Can I be replaced if I take voluntary redundancy?

Ask your employer what the redundancy package will be. Sometimes employers offer incentives for taking voluntary redundancy, like extra redundancy pay or not having to work your notice period. You’ll also still get any other redundancy rights you’re entitled to, like time off to look for a new job.

What do you need to know about voluntary redundancy?

What is Voluntary Redundancy? Voluntary redundancy occurs when an employee volunteers or agrees to be made redundant. In most cases of voluntary redundancy, the employer offers a financial incentive to an employee to voluntarily resign subject to a formal Deed of Release (which prevents the employee from bringing a successful claim).

Can a company re-employ a redundant employee?

Yes, you can re-employ a redundant employee. However, there are a number of factors to consider. Employers have a duty to continue to consider if there are suitable alternative positions available within their organisations right up until the employee’s last day of employment.

Can a person be made redundant after an apprenticeship?

This would include an apprentice carrying out the role after the previous employee was made redundant. However, they should have offered this role (and the pay) to you before hiring the new person. If they didn’t do that (therefore didn’t offer you ‘alternative employment’) then you may have a claim for unfair dismissal.

Is it possible for an employer to withdraw notice of redundancy?

Once notice of redundancy has been issued to an employee, it is legally binding and cannot be unilaterally withdrawn by the employer, even if the employee is still working out their notice period.

Can you re-employ someone you made redundant in the UK?

Can you re-employ a redundant employee? A common employer question is, ‘Can we re-employ someone we made redundant?’ Yes, you can. In the UK, there’re currently no restrictions on re-employing staff after redundancy. However, to avoid claims of unfair dismissal by other employees made redundant, you’ll need to prove: The redundancy is genuine.

How to apply for redundancy pay if your employer is insolvent?

Find out about: If your employer is insolvent, find out how to apply for redundancy pay, holiday pay, statutory notice pay and any other money you’re owed by your employer from the Insolvency Service .

How much money do you get in compulsory redundancy?

The amount of money you should receive as part of a compulsory redundancy depends on a number of factors: your age, your length of service, and your weekly pay. To better understand what you’re entitled to, read our article on what you can expect to get if you’ re made redundant.