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CIPD Level 55OS01AC 3.2

Legal definition of redundancy and statutory redundancy pay

5OS01Specialist employment law

This CIPD Level 5 video for unit 5OS01 – Specialist Employment Law explores the legal definition of redundancy and statutory redundancy pay, addressing assessment criteria AC 3.2 on explaining legal requirements relating to redundancy. The video examines key principles including entitlement to statutory redundancy pay, consultation rights for both individual and collective redundancies, and additional statutory protections such as notice periods and holiday entitlements. By watching this video, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of redundancy law essential for CIPD learners preparing for employment law assessments and professional HR practice.

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Assessment Criteria 3.2

Explain the legal requirements relating to redundancy.

Indicative Content

The principles of the law in the areas of redundancy; definitions of redundancy; entitlement to statutory redundancy pay, individual and collective consultation rights; other statutory rights such as notice and holiday; selection pools; points systems vs selection systems; discrimination risks; relevant cases.

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About 5OS01Specialist employment law

CIPD Level 5
5OS01
Learning Outcome 3

This unit considers key areas of employment legislation and its legal framework, focusing on how people professionals are obliged to take account of legal requirements in different jurisdictions when carrying out the varied aspects of their role.

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