Redundancy is a type of dismissal, which usually happens when the employee’s role is no longer needed within the organisation. For those facing redundancy, it can be an extremely stressful time as you try to navigate through the redundancy period and figure out your next steps.
The many different terms used in employment law can be confusing. When it comes to unfair and wrongful dismissal, many people are unaware of the difference and their legal rights. In this article, we clarify the key differences.
An employer can legally end an employee’s contract, known as ‘fair dismissal’ for a number of reasons. However, it is important employers behave appropriately during the dismissal process, follow the correct legal procedures and always have appropriate disciplinary and grievance procedures in place, to avoid unfair dismissal claims. In this blog, we share when a dismissal is deemed fair, what employers need to do and the legal rights of employees.
