This guide summarises the process that employers must follow to fulfil their legal obligation to consult on collective redundancies. The duty to consult collectively is triggered where an employer proposes to dismiss as redundant 20 or more employees at one establishment within a period of 90 days or less.
Updated to reflect the publication of the Government's response to its consultation on increasing the maximum protective award period, which was published on 4 March 2025.
Enhanced by creating four separate guides on informing and consulting during a collective redundancy, to help you find the guidance you need. This initial guide discusses when the duty to inform and consult collectively applies and the positive business outcomes associated with this process.
Leading practice guidance discussing how collective redundancy consultation processes and practices can be implemented in organisations through policies, training and identifying the role of key stakeholders.