Been TUPE’d during maternity leave and now being made redundant before return - England
Looking for some help please to understand my rights or position!
I was working for Company A around 4 years. Whilst on my maternity leave (still ongoing) I got a call saying I had been TUPE’d to another company - Company B, I was given about a month’s notice before it happened. That in itself is a story for another day.
So I now work for Company B, however my role wasn’t within in scope so I’m actually role-less if you will. We’ve spent the past few months searching for a suitable role but nothing has come up, and I’ve been told I’ll be starting redundancy talks next week.
I’d like to understand what I can reasonably ask for in terms of redundancy package or compensation? Essentially I had a secure and supposedly long-term job with Company A, then got moved to Company B who have effectively just taken me on and thrown me out, leaving me with two young kids and no job. I think they’ve essentially done everything they need to do legally but it’s a precarious situation with maternity leave being involved.
Appreciate any advice or support, even if it’s just where else to try for advice! Thank you!