What this tool does

Redundancy throws a lot at you at the same time, and the hardest part is often working out what to tackle first. This tool takes your situation and turns it into a clear plan, with the tasks listed in the order that makes sense for you.

It covers the main areas you need to think about, including your redundancy pay and notice period, any benefits you might be entitled to, sorting out your finances while your income changes, looking for your next job, and looking after yourself while you do it all.

When to use it

Use it if you have just been told your job is at risk, if you are already in a consultation period, or if your last day has been set and you want to make sure you are not missing anything. It also helps if you have already left and are trying to get your bearings.

It works whether you have been in your job for two years or twenty, whether you are being made redundant on your own or as part of a larger round, and whether you are in your twenties or close to retirement. The plan adjusts based on what you tell it, so the steps match your circumstances rather than giving you a generic checklist.

How it works

You answer a short set of questions about your job, your finances, and what stage of the redundancy process you are at. The tool then produces a plain English action plan you can read on screen, save, or print. It flags anything time sensitive, such as deadlines for appealing a decision or claiming benefits, and points you to the relevant guidance on the rest of the site for each step. Your answers are not stored and the plan is generated just for you.