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Redundancies and Consultation Processes
Specialist Employment Law Solicitors Across England and Wales
At Blackstone Solicitors, we provide expert advice on redundancies and consultation processes. Redundancy situations must be handled with care, structure and legal compliance. A key part of this is meaningful consultation with affected employees.
Whether you are an employer planning workforce changes or an employee facing redundancy, our solicitors offer clear and practical guidance at every stage.
Get in touch with us today on 0330 808 0918. Alternatively, complete our online enquiry form and we will contact you.
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– Jason Maddox 
How we can help you
We are highly experienced in bringing the various redundancy cases we take on to a successful conclusion. We aim to provide comprehensive guidance at every step, offering the helping hand to lead you through the process to the outcome you desire.
Our team can offer help and advice on a wide range of redundancy cases, including:
Understanding Redundancy Consultation Requirements
Legal Duties for Employers
Consultation is a legal requirement in most redundancy situations. It involves discussing proposed changes with employees before any final decisions are made. The purpose is to ensure transparency and give employees a genuine opportunity to respond.
Employers must consult individually in all cases. Where 20 or more redundancies are proposed within a 90 day period, collective consultation rules may also apply.
A fair consultation process is not a formality. It must be meaningful, with sufficient time, clear information and genuine consideration of employee feedback.
Failure to consult properly can result in claims for unfair dismissal and protective awards.
Advice for Employers
Managing Consultation Processes Correctly
For employers, redundancy consultation must be carefully planned and properly executed. We advise businesses on how to structure the process from the outset to ensure compliance and reduce legal risk.
Our solicitors assist with preparing consultation materials, identifying affected employees and setting out clear business reasons for redundancy proposals. We also advise on selection criteria and how to apply them fairly.
During consultation meetings, employers must be prepared to listen and consider alternatives. We provide guidance on conducting meetings professionally and documenting discussions accurately.
Where collective consultation applies, we ensure that statutory requirements are fully met and deadlines are correctly managed.
Clear communication is essential. We help employers maintain transparency while managing sensitive workforce changes.
Support for Employees
Ensuring a Fair Consultation Process
If you are facing redundancy, you have the right to be properly consulted. This means being informed about the reasons for redundancy and given the opportunity to respond.
We advise employees on whether the consultation process has been conducted fairly. This includes reviewing how decisions were made, whether alternatives were considered and whether selection criteria were applied correctly.
If concerns arise, we can assist with raising issues during consultation or pursuing claims where procedures have not been followed properly.
We also advise on redundancy payments, notice entitlements and settlement agreements.
Our aim is to ensure that your rights are fully protected throughout the process.
Resolving Redundancy Consultation Disputes
Practical and Proportionate Solutions
Many redundancy disputes can be resolved without formal proceedings. We focus on early engagement and practical resolution where possible.
If matters cannot be resolved, we provide strong representation in Employment Tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal and protective award claims.
Our approach is structured, strategic and focused on achieving fair outcomes.
Why Choose Blackstone Solicitors
Trusted Employment Law Specialists
Clients choose Blackstone Solicitors because we offer more than just legal advice. We provide reassurance, clarity and a steady hand during what can often be a stressful time.
Our approach is responsive and pragmatic. We listen carefully, communicate plainly and act decisively. Every client is different, so we tailor our advice to suit your circumstances rather than relying on a one size fits all solution.
If you require expert employment law services in England and Wales, our team is here to help. Contact Blackstone Solicitors today to discuss your situation in confidence.
Contact us today
It could not be easier to get in touch with one of our expert solicitors and find out how we can help you get the outcome you want. Simply give us a call on 0330 808 0918 or complete our online contact form and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your situation.
We are able to serve clients from across the UK and even around the world. We have offices in Cheshire and London and regularly take on clients from the Manchester and Chester areas.
