Redundancy (4): statutory redundancy payments
A practice note providing guidance on statutory redundancy payments in England, Scotland and Wales. This note examines the statutory provisions under the Employment Rights Act 1996 concerning entitlement to and calculation of statutory redundancy pay. It outlines key eligibility criteria and discusses various circumstances that may exclude an individual from making a claim. Furthermore, it details the enforcement process, explaining how an employee can recover a statutory redundancy payment (including in circumstances in which their employer becomes insolvent or fails to pay), and addresses procedural matters, such as identifying the relevant date for a claim, applicable time limits and the effects of Acas early conciliation.
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