The Use Of Settlement Agreements Is On The Increase

Following the recent article warning of the increase in redundancy due to the end of the furloughing scheme. Jennie Jahina, Head of Employment comments;

“In line with the Union’s warnings of “redundancy floodgates” and with employment tribunal claims rising, unsurprisingly, the use of settlement agreements is also on the increase. Settlement agreements can be of benefit to both the departing employee and the employer provided they are dealt with in the right way. The “right way” not only means satisfying the legal requirements governing this type of agreement but making sure it includes the appropriate protections in the given circumstances.

Redundancy situations are often stressful and difficult. But getting the approach right from the outset will help.”

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