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Redundancy can be a daunting and uncertain time for employees, impacting not just their financial security, but also their career and well-being. At Solidaire Solicitors, we understand the complexities surrounding redundancy and are here to offer guidance and support during these challenging circumstances.
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Your calm plan when redundancy lands
Getting told youāre being made redundant is a lot to deal with. Your head spins, your stomach sinks, and you have more questions than answers. But hereās the good news; you donāt have to figure it out alone. Our redundancy solicitors are here to talk you through what this all means, what youāre owed, and what to do next.
Want a quick sense of what you should be paid out? The GOV.UK statutory redundancy calculator is a good starting point. Then when youāre ready, we can confirm the numbers together.
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What Redundancy Really Means
Redundancy happens when your role is no longer needed, not because of anything you did wrong. Itās different from being dismissed for performance or misconduct. In redundancy, the job itself disappears. In dismissal, the person does.
Sometimes, employers use the word āredundancyā loosely, which can make things more confusing than they already are. The law under the Employment Rights Act 1996 says redundancy is only genuine if the businessās needs have changed, like a restructure, closure, or reduced workload.
According to the Office for National Statistics, the redundancy rate in the UK rose to 3.5 per 1,000 employees between May and July 2025, up from the previous quarter and higher than the same period in 2024. While rates remain below pre-pandemic levels, itās a reminder that redundancy can affect anyone.
If you suspect itās being used as an excuse for something else, or that youāre facing an unfair redundancy, then itās worth getting it checked. Our redundancy solicitors can review your situation and confirm whether itās a genuine redundancy or a dismissal in disguise.
Why Choose Us For Redundancy Legal Advice?
- Understand what is (and whatās not) taxable
- Convenient nationwide support via phone or video
- Specialist redundancy solicitors who do this every day
- Jargon-free guidance so you know exactly where you stand
- We check your statutory redundancy pay is right & tax-efficient
- Same-day consultations where possible, with fast 24-48 hour turnaround
We understand how hard redundancy hits, because itās not just about money. Itās about your pride, and ā more importantly ā your future. If youāve been informed of your redundancy, letās talk as soon as possible. Our job is to protect you, catch and fix anything that doesnāt look right, and give you confidence before you sign anything.
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Situations We Help With
- Role no longer needed
- Selection that feels unfair
- Long-term sickness situations
- Redundancy after restructuring
- A settlement agreement with a clock ticking
- Performance or capability being bundled into āredundancyā
- If it is part of a larger round of layoffs, there are consultation rules your employer should follow; we will walk you through them
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How Pay is Worked Out
Statutory redundancy pay is based on age, weekly pay, and years of service. You can use the GOV.UK redundancy calculator for a quick, instant estimate, after which we can double-check your numbers and any enhanced scheme. In summary Statutory redundancy pay is based on:
- Your age,
- Your length of continuous service (up to a maximum of 20 years), and
- Your weekly pay (capped at a statutory maximum ā Ā£719 per week as of April 2025).
You get:
- 0.5 weekās pay for each full year worked under age 22
- 1 weekās pay for each full year worked aged 22ā40
- 1.5 weeksā pay for each full year worked aged 41 or older
Maximum statutory redundancy pay (2025): Ā£21,570
(This assumes the weekly pay cap of Ā£719 and 20 years of service.)Selection Criteria
Your employer should use fair, objective criteria when choosing who is made redundant. Personal preference and discrimination should never enter the decision-making process. If they do, weāll help you catch it.Ā
What About Tax?
Statutory redundancy pay is usually tax-free up to Ā£30,000. Other parts of the package (like notice pay or holiday pay) are taxed as normal. Our redundancy lawyers separate all the different pieces so nothing feels muddled.
When Consultation Comes In
If 20 or more redundancies are proposed at one site within 90 days, something called ācollective consultationā rules kick in. If redundancies proposed are <20, you should still be consulted individually. Let us check if the process looks fair.
Suitable Alternative Employment
Before confirming redundancy, your employer should consider offering any suitable alternative roles within the company. If they failed to do so, the fairness of your redundancy could be affected.
Legal Protection
The Employment Rights Act 1996 sets out the specific framework all UK employees need to follow when making staff redundant and paying UK redundancy pay. If they cut any corners, weāll know ā and soon, so will you.
How it Works
Our Simple & Streamlined Process
Step 1: Send us your documents
Send everything via email to info@solidaire.co.uk, including your redundancy letter, notice, settlement agreement, and anything else that will help give us the full picture. Even a short note about what happened will be useful.
Step 2: Consultation
Youāll get to talk everything through with our team in a 45-60-minute session, normally on the same day you contact us. Together, weāll make sense of whatās going on, the paperwork in front of you, and ā most importantly ā your options going forward. From jargon to pay to timelines to next-steps, weāll go through it all.
Step 3: Advice, Adjustments & Next Steps
With a better understanding of your position, you can decide whether you want to accept, challenge, or negotiate your UK redundancy pay. Our redundancy lawyers will be by your side helping you make the most informed decisions for your unique situation. Itās the only way to know exactly what youāre signing, and what youāre walking away with (and to do so with confidence).
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What Our Redundancy Solicitors Check for You
While redundancy letters are always written to sound official and final, the truth is, unfair terms are often buried beneath fancy jargon. If anything suspicious is hiding between the lines, we will find it, so you know what youāre getting into before you sign a thing. This could include whether or not your employer explored a potential alternative role before resorting to redundancy.
Fees
Good news: In most cases, your employer will cover our legal fees if a settlement agreement is involved. Weāll invoice them directly so you donāt have to worry about a thing. Should your case be different, weāll make sure you understand any costs youāre responsible for upfront, ensuring zero hidden extras or last-minute surprises.
Curious to know how much UK redundancy pay you might be owed? Try our Redundancy Calculator for a quick estimate of your potential redundancy payout.
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Ready to Feel Reassured?
Redundancy always feels like the end of the world, but after one conversation with our redundancy lawyers, the whole situation can feel different. Whether youāve been told your job is at risk or youāve already been given notice, letās go through the details, steady the process, and help you move forward with confidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Redundancy occurs when an employee’s position becomes surplus to requirements due to business needs, distinct from dismissal for misconduct or underperformance.
Factors include business needs, skills, performance, and length of service, with redundancy being an objective decision based on business requirements.
The legal framework includes consultation requirements, fair selection processes, consideration of suitable alternative employment, and entitlement to redundancy compensation.
Employers must consult with affected employees, with the duration of consultation depending on the number of employees involved, and additional requirements for collective redundancies.
We provide redundancy advice, consultation support, review of the selection process, and assistance with redundancy compensation calculations and negotiations.
Our solicitors can review your situation to assess the fairness of the redundancy process, identify potential discrimination, and advise on challenging unfair selections or pursuing enhanced compensation.
Seek legal advice promptly to understand your rights, entitlements, and options for challenging unfair redundancy, ensuring that your interests are protected throughout the process.
Legal assistance can provide clarity on the legal framework, explore available options, and offer professional support tailored to your individual circumstances, helping you navigate redundancy with confidence.
For expert guidance and support during redundancy, contact Solidaire Solicitors today to schedule a consultation with our experienced employment solicitors. We are dedicated to helping you navigate this challenging time and protect your rights throughout the process.
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