The credit crunch has hit everyone across the World and in the UK some businesses are finding it difficult to cope with the downturn in sales. Every week a new business announces redundancies and/or dismissals.
If you have been made redundant recently remember that your employer still has an obligation to follow the Statutory Dismissal Procedures. That means the following:
They have to send you a letter stating that you may be made redundant;
They have to invite you to a meeting to allow you the chance to convince your employer that you should not be dismissed / made redundant;
They have to allow you the chance to appeal the redundancy.
If your employer does not follow these 3 procedures then you may have a claim for Automatic Unfair Dismissal in the Employment Tribunal.
Also remember that if your employer has gone into liquidation and is insolvent then if they have not paid you your statutory redundancy entitlement, or your notice pay, or outstanding holidays or any outstanding wages then you can still make an application for this money from the government.
We have a dedicated team of experts to help you with these situations including dedicated Tribunal Advocates. If you or anyoneyou know have been affected by the credit crunch and have lost their job then do not hesitate to contact our Employment Team:
Email: employment@leoabse.com
Dedicated Helpline: 0845 388 0865