What are the stages of redundancy consultation?

What are the stages of redundancy consultation?

Basically, there are five main stages to consider during the redundancy process:

• Stage 1: Preparation.
• Stage 2: Selection.
• Stage 3: Individual Consultation.
• Stage 4: Notice of Redundancy and Appeals.
• Stage 5: The Termination Process.

What triggers redundancy consultation?

Collective consultation is required when an employer is proposing to dismiss as redundant 20 or more employees at one establishment within a period of 90 days or less.

Does consultation mean redundancy?

Does consultation mean redundancy? Consultation does not necessarily mean that an individual employee will be made redundant, as the law states that any employee ‘affected’ by redundancies should be consulted.

Can I be made redundant without consultation?

You must consult with your employees before finalising any redundancies. If you do not hold genuine and meaningful consultation before making redundancies, employees could claim to an employment tribunal for unfair dismissal.

How long should redundancy consultation take?

There’s no time limit for how long the period of consultation should be, but the minimum is: 20 to 99 redundancies – the consultation must start at least 30 days before any dismissals take effect. 100 or more redundancies – the consultation must start at least 45 days before any dismissals take effect.

What should I ask at redundancy consultation?

Redundancy Procedure

• Is this a genuine redundancy situation?
• How has the pool of “at risk” employees been identified?
• Is the process of selection fair?
• Have you been fairly selected for redundancy?
• Has your employer considered alternatives to redundancy?

What should I ask at redundancy consultation UK?

Does a 45 day consultation period work?

Length of consultation 20 to 99 redundancies – the consultation must start at least 30 days before any dismissals take effect. 100 or more redundancies – the consultation must start at least 45 days before any dismissals take effect.

What happens at first redundancy consultation meeting?

Individual consultation – In this meeting your employer will meet with you and explain why you were selected for redundancy or why you were put at risk for redundancy. You will have an opportunity to explore any alternatives to redundancy (more on this below).

What questions should I ask in redundancy consultation?

What do you say in a redundancy consultation meeting?

During consultation, you should discuss:

• the changes that are needed, what you plan to do, and why.
• ways to avoid or make fewer redundancies.
• the skills and experience needed for the future.
• the criteria for selecting employees for redundancy.
• any concerns employees may have.

What happens in a first redundancy consultation?

During the consultation process, an employer will discuss the redundancy with the employees (or their representatives), provide information on the redundancy process and explore employee feedback on ways to avoid redundancies.