UK's First Recession In 11 Years - Impact On Workforce Planning

...employers' minds may naturally focus on what workforce planning action might be necessary in order to achieve commercial stability in the coming months. 

Inevitably, thoughts may turn to restructures and the unattractive prospect of making compulsory redundancies. It is also important to be aware of other temporary or permanent changes employers can make in order to preserve headcount, whilst also achieving greater business efficiency and cost savings.

Alternatives to Compulsory Redundancies

Examples of alternatives to making compulsory redundancies include: