Course Details

Making cuts is never a nice process. It is often uncomfortable for employers and employees alike. 


The law is very specific about processes and procedures that should be followed when making redundancies and failure to get things right can result in a costly Employment Tribunal claim.


Employers also need to consider their employer brand and how they keep staff who are left behind feeling secure and motivated. This course will help employers and staff understand how to manager redundancies and restructures effectively. 


Jemma Fairclough-Haynes covers the following topics during this session:

  • What is a redundancy
  • When to make redundancies
  • How to make redundancies
  • Alternatives to redundancy
  • Looking after staff who are remain employed

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CPD Course Speaker

Orchard Employment Law

Jemma Fairclough-Haynes

Jemma Fairclough-Haynes is an International Keynote Public Speaker and CEO of the multi-global-award-winning business Orchard Employment Law. Jemma has developed her company to deliver clear and uncomplicated advice and support to SMEs across the UK.

Along with running a successful business, Jemma is also an FSB Area Lead for the Southeast, former Co-host of the business radio show Bunker Xtra, and frequently appears in national media outlets including the BBC, ITV, GB News, Times radio and Unleash.

With over a decade of experience in Employment Law and seven years as a business owner, Jemma has represented businesses of various sizes in employment tribunals across the UK in many different types of claims; her long list of experience has led to her acquiring several prestigious awards, the latest being a finalist in the Woman of Stature Global Awards 2022 for Entrepreneur of The Year. Jemma is a dynamic speaker who takes the bore out of Law. Her presentations have been described as "eye-opening", "interesting, and "refreshing", and she has presented across the globe to audiences as large as 4,000.

Jemma is a great believer in pragmatism and seeks to provide HR and Employment Law support at an early stage. The services she provides include writing contracts, chairing disciplinary meetings, Employment Law advice and specialised training. She understands that every business is different and has varying needs.

Realising that employees know their rights, Jemma seeks to restore balance by helping businesses to also know their rights and obligations in a language they understand. She often says, "Employment Law is not just about what you cannot do; it is also about what you can do".