Explore our collection of resources on redundancy, including managing and planning for redundancies, commonly asked Q&As and relevant case law
A redundancy is a dismissal that occurs when a role is no longer needed - it has become redundant.
The following page addresses legal considerations people professionals must take when redundancies are being considered. These considerations are paramount if an employer is to reduce all risk of liability. Examples include:
Enhanced redundancy protections also apply in certain periods such as relating to maternity and paternity leave, or for those on adoption, shared parental and neonatal care leave.
There are imminent changes to collective redundancy consultation rules in the Employment Rights Act 2025. Confirmed changes are captured in the page below and future changes will be noted on the tracker.
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Please note: While every care has been taken in compiling this content, CIPD cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. These notes are not intended to be a substitute for specific legal advice.
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