Selection processes and avoiding discrimination in redundancy
5OS01 – Specialist employment law
This CIPD Level 5 learning video, part of the 5OS01 Specialist Employment Law unit, explores selection processes and avoiding discrimination in redundancy whilst meeting assessment criteria AC 3.2 on legal redundancy requirements. The video covers essential concepts including redundancy definitions, statutory redundancy pay entitlement, individual and collective consultation rights, selection pools, and points-based versus discretionary selection systems. It examines discrimination risks throughout the redundancy process and references relevant case law to illustrate legal principles. By watching this video, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to implement fair, legally compliant redundancy procedures that protect both employees and organisations from discriminatory practice.
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 5OS01 – Specialist employment law
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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