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Dismissing an employee incorrectly is one of the most expensive mistakes a small business can make. Even where you have a fair reason you must follow a fair procedure.
The fair dismissal procedure requires:
Making someone redundant without following the correct process exposes you to significant tribunal risk. The process must be genuine, fair and properly documented.
You cannot simply change an employee's contract without their agreement. The correct approach is to consult with affected employees, explain the business reasons, seek agreement, and give proper notice of any changes.
If agreement cannot be reached you may need to terminate and offer re-engagement on new terms — which itself carries dismissal risks if not handled correctly.
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