Redundancy Policy and Procedure - January 2024

Appeals

An employee has a right of appeal against selection for redundancy and dismissal, on the following grounds: #

• Unfair selection for redundancy
• Failure to follow procedures
• Dismissal on the grounds of redundancy

All appeals should be made in writing (where possible) to the Assistant Chief Executive (People Management). Appeals should be submitted within 14 calendar days from the date of the letter confirming selection for redundancy/dismissal. The letter should include the detailed reasons for appeal.

Appeals will be acknowledged within 14 calendar days. The Assistant Chief Executive (People Management) will convene an Appeals Panel to consider the appeal. The appeals panel will comprise a Director (or their nominated Head of Service) and a HR Advisor (People Management). The Appeal Hearing should be held as soon as possible, at a reasonable time and place. The employee should take all reasonable steps to attend.

Employees who require support when submitting an appeal should contact their HR team or Trade Union Representative.

The Appeal Hearing and decision is final and should be notified to the employee within 14 calendar days. There is no further right of appeal within the Council.