- the reason for your redundancy
- details of how your employer will carry out the redundancy
- the timetable for your redundancy
- insight into how your redundancy pay (if applicable) will be calculated.
If your employer doesn’t provide this information, or you have more questions that haven’t been answered, speak to them directly. Having clear, open communication can make the process easier and less stressful.
In addition to accessing information about your redundancy, you also have the right to:
- a consultation with your employer to discuss your redundancy
- a move into a different job within the organisation (if possible)
- time off to help you search for a new job.
Calculating redundancy pay
If you’ve worked for your employer for longer than two years, you should be eligible for statutory redundancy pay for each year of service.
As at 2016, the rates are currently at:
- 0.5 weeks’ pay for each full year worked under the age of 22
- 1 week of pay for each full year worked between the ages of 22-41
- 1.5 weeks’ pay for each full year worked at the age of 41 or over.
Use the Government redundancy calculatorUse the government redundancy calculator (page opens in a new browser window) to check the most current rates.
The maximum length of service that can be included in this redundancy pay calculation is 20 years and the weekly pay is capped at £475 a week.
Some employers may offer enhanced or additional benefits. If you’re eligible for these, your employer will provide details in writing.
Employees with fewer than two years’ service don't qualify for statutory redundancy pay. However, some organisations may make allowances for these employees.