Questions and Answers

I am very aware that dismissing an employee for poor performance can be a lengthy and frustrating process. Can I just use a settlement agreement?

What is the “public interest” in whistleblowing?

Why has whistleblowing become such an important employment issue?

What is whistleblowing?

I have an employee who is “at risk” from redundancy. He has been with me for less than two years and so does not qualify for a redundancy payment. Is he still redundant?

What is the relationship between a dismissal for redundancy and one for “some other substantial reason”?

In response to a turndown in the economic fortunes of my firm, I have just completed a downsizing exercise. A small number of my staff were made redundant. However, the firm’s financial position has suddenly perked up markedly. I am getting new orders. So, when can I start recruiting again to deal with this new demand?

My company needs to shed some staff. I understand that, before embarking on the redundancy procedure, I should consider alternatives. Can you advise me on this?

What is “bumping” in a redundancy situation?

My company is in a redundancy situation. We are making considerably less money than last year, and the order books this year are not encouraging. I need to slim down the workforce. What should I discuss with those at risk of redundancy in the individual consultation meetings?