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How much notice do I need to give a leaver?

The statutory notice period in the UK depends on how long an employee has worked for their employer:

  • 1 month to 2 years: At least one week’s notice
  • 2 to 12 years: One week’s notice for each year of service, up to a maximum of 12 weeks
  • 12 years or more: 12 weeks’ notice

Contractual notice: You must follow the contract specifying a longer notice period.

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Start with a fair investigation. Consider suspension only if necessary. If there’s a case to answer, invite to a hearing with evidence, allow a companion, decide an appropriate outcome, and offer a right of appeal.

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What are the legal requirements for redundancy pay?

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