In 2026, the maximum protective award for an employer failing to properly consult workers about a collective redundancy is due to increase from 90 to 180 days’ pay. This is separate from statutory redundancy pay, which generally still depends on your age, length of service and weekly pay, subject to the legal cap. Collective consultation rules usually apply where 20 or more redundancies are proposed at one establishment within 90 days. The exact rules and commencement dates can depend on the circumstances, so check the latest guidance on GOV.UK or speak to a solicitor regulated by the SRA.