A dismissal will be unfair where it is harsh, unjust or unreasonable. In those circumstances the employee can make a claim for compensation or even reinstatement. Dismissing an employee where there is still work available, despite a downturn, could be harsh or unreasonable.
Read MoreIt is a sad fact of business life that sometimes a business is unable to afford to keep all its employees. If this happens to you there are rules you must follow and legal advice you may need.
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