When contemplating restructuring and redundancies Employers need to be very aware that they are dismissing Employees and accordingly the situation must be approached with care and concern. It is very common for Employees who are made redundant to bring a personal grievance claim, justified or not this will increase costs to an Employer at a time when they can least afford it.

By seeking advice and devising and implementing an appropriate process the Employer can reduce the financial risks and can focus redundant Employees on the positive aspects of the future to the benefit of all parties.

Advising Employers through restructuring and assisting with an effective communications plan to limit the risks of personal grievances is a key strength of ours. Penny is available to provide background advice only or to manage the whole process if appropriate.