Ending employment
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When an employee wants to stop working for their employer, they need to formally let them know, and give them the right amount of notice.

When an employee retires, the process is generally the same as when they resign. An employer cannot force an employee to retire, except in specific circumstances.

To end an employment relationship either the employer or the employee must let the other know in advance.

An employer must follow a fair and proper process before an employee is made redundant.

An employer can dismiss an employee for a variety of reasons – such as misconduct, poor performance, or redundancy – but must follow a fair and proper process.

If an employee feels they have no choice but to resign, it could be considered ‘constructive dismissal’ and grounds for raising a personal grievance claim against the employer.

Medical incapacity is when an employee is no longer able to do their job due to illness or injury, it can be a challenging time for both employees and employers.

If an employee is absent from work for an extended period without explanation, they may be considered to have abandoned their employment.

The employer and employee both have tasks to complete on the last day of employment.