Losing your job through redundancy
The UK’s economic situation is currently very difficult, with
many companies going out of business or struggling to survive. As a
result, many people have lost their jobs or are faced with the
likelihood of being made redundant in the near future.
If you have been made redundant, you may find that the emotional
and practical impact of this on your life is considerable. You may
be dealing with your feelings about your situation while also
worrying about how you are going to pay the bills and keep afloat
until you get back on your feet.
This section offers guidance on the steps you can take to
minimise the effects that being made redundant has on your life and
gives tips to help you think about your options for finding a new
job or for making a different choice.
It is divided into the following sections:
Step 1: Understanding your situation and
rights
Step 2: Staying positive
Step 3: Coping financially when you lose
your job
Step 4: Moving forward
Step 5: Would you like to know
more?
Frequently asked questions about redundancy
Date of Publication: 10 August 2009
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