Redundancy and employment rights guides

Straight-talking guides to UK redundancy for 2026/27. Real numbers, statutory rates, no jargon.

Redundancy letter and payslip on a desk with a calculator

Redundancy tax explained: what's tax-free in 2026/27

The £30,000 tax-free rule, why notice pay and holiday pay are taxed, and how a big package can push you into the higher rate.

 Employee at a desk reading a redundancy notice letter

Notice period and redundancy: your rights in 2026/27

Statutory notice, pay in lieu, garden leave and how notice pay is taxed alongside your tax-free redundancy.

How redundancy pay is calculated in the UK

The statutory formula, worked examples at every age, tax rules, enhanced packages and what to do if your employer won't pay.