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Can an Employer Retrench a Strong Performer During a Genuine Restructuring?

A recent Nokia award distinguishes strong performance from genuine redundancy. The employer still had to prove why the role was no longer required.

Can Your Employer Retrench You Because Its Parent Company Is Losing Money?

Can group losses justify retrenchment? A Court of Appeal decision examines the employer’s financial evidence, selection criteria and alternatives.