You may have an employee, volunteer to leave from an area not affected by the proposed redundancies. If this happens, you should think carefully as to whether it would be practical to let them go. If it is not, due to the particular employee having a vital skill, explain this – and put it in writing.
You may find that you require more than one consultation due to alternatives being suggested, in order to find the best outcome relating to proposed redundancies. Be flexible in your timetable, with Employment Practice and Law we can be present at every step to ensure your redundancy is handled professionally and correctly, simply contact us for more information.