Did you know that the Protection from Redundancy (Pregnancy and Family Leave) Act 2023 now offers greater protection against redundancy for pregnant women and new parents?
What is the Protection from Redundancy (Pregnancy and Family Leave) Act?
Next steps
In light of this legislative change, employers undertaking redundancy or restructuring exercises will need to be more diligent than ever to avoid unfairly targeting pregnant employees or those on maternity, adoption, or shared parental leave.
Organisations should update HR policies, procedures, and training materials to align with the new legal requirements. Ensure that all personnel involved in redundancy processes understand the changes and the concept of priority protection. This will aid in planning restructures and managing consultation processes, as other employees might perceive these protections as unfair.
Access free redundancy and restructuring toolkits below.
10-Step Guide to Redundancy
At Risk of Redundancy Letter
Redundancy Selection Matrix
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Redundancy Pack for Employees
7 tips to Avoid Redundancy
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