Unions fight to protect redundancy rights in new talks
MiP and other health unions have begun talks with employers on further changes to the NHS redundancy rights, just two years after agreeing major changes with employers to the NHS redundancy scheme.
The Treasury published a “framework” for reviewing public sector redundancy schemes in September 2016.
Despite being highly critical of the Treasury’s interference, unions agreed to begin negotiations because they believe there is a good chance of improving on the Treasury’s framework.
At the same time, regulations to clawback redundancy payments to NHS staff paid over £80,000 and who return to public sector work within a year, and to cap all redundancy payments at £95,000, are finally expected to laid before parliament during April – although no implementation date has been set.
Related News
-
Job vacancy: MiP head of operations
MiP are looking to recruit a head of operations to lead and help shape a vibrant and growing trade union organisation that defends healthcare managers and promotes public services. Applications close: 30 June 2025.
-
Managers paying a heavy price for 3.6% NHS pay rise, says MiP
Most NHS staff will get an annual pay rise of 3.6% after the government accepted the recommendation of the NHS Pay Review Body. But board level managers are set to get less and doctors more under pay awards announced today.
-
It’s your future: our guide to consultations in your workplace
As yet another round of reorganisation gets underway in the NHS in England, our new guide to workplace consultations will help you to help yourself, support your colleagues and protect the services you manage.