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Sarah worked as a software developer for 5 years at Tech Solutions Ltd. After the company lost several major clients, they had to reduce their workforce by 30%. Sarah, along with 15 other developers from her department, was let go as the company could no longer sustain its current staff size. The company followed proper consultation procedures and offered a compensation package.

Analyze: Was this a dismissal or redundancy? Consider the circumstances and company's actions.

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John, a retail manager, was caught on CCTV taking money from the till on multiple occasions. After an investigation and disciplinary hearing where John was given the opportunity to explain his actions, the company terminated his employment. The company followed their disciplinary procedure precisely.

Analyze: Was this a dismissal or redundancy? Consider the reason for termination and procedures followed.

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Case Study 3: Manchester Manufacturing Ltd

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Case Study 3: Manchester Manufacturing Ltd

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Due to automation and new machinery installation, Manchester Manufacturing Ltd found that they needed fewer assembly line workers. They identified 20 positions that would become obsolete. After consultation with unions and employees, they offered affected staff either retraining for different positions or severance packages. Some workers, including Peter, chose the severance package.

Analyze: Was this a dismissal or redundancy? Consider the technological changes and company's offered alternatives.

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Emma consistently failed to meet her targets and deadlines despite receiving additional training and support. The company issued several formal warnings over six months and had multiple performance review meetings. After no improvement and following proper performance management procedures, they terminated her employment.

Analyze: Was this a dismissal or redundancy? Consider the performance issues and company's attempts at improvement.

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Following a merger between two hospitals, the Trust found itself with duplicate administrative departments. They needed to reduce administrative staff by 25%. After a consultation period, they used a fair selection criteria based on skills, experience, and performance to determine which positions to eliminate. Lisa, who had worked there for 3 years, was one of those affected.

Analyze: Was this a dismissal or redundancy? Consider the organizational restructuring and selection process.