What does TUPE mean and how can it impact on your business?

The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) is a set of regulations which offers protection to employee rights when their employer goes through a transfer of business, or the outsourcing of a service. Established in 1981 and updated in 2006, TUPE offers a degree of certainty to employees, protecting their rights to redundancy, pension, working hours and pay. In this blog post we will explore the definition, as well as its purpose and how it affects employees. With the increased popularity of franchising, business acquisitions, and outsourcing, it is becoming ever more important for businesses to understand the purpose of TUPE and the obligations it places on them. 

What does this mean for employees

TUPE is in place to provide security to employees by protecting their existing contract of employment and their rights when a business transfers from one employer to another. While the regulations provide a number of advantages to both employers and employees, there is a need to understand exactly when the regulations apply in order to remain lawfully compliant.

What are the implications for businesses

Organisations that are thinking of selling all or part of their business, or are considering taking over an existing business, should be aware of the potential implications of TUPE and the responsibilities that come with it. TUPE can have a significant impact on the ownership and structure of a business and it is essential to understand the obligations that come with it before making any decisions.

How to ensure compliance with regulations

Hybrid HR is here to help businesses stay compliant with regulations. We have obtained the knowledge and expertise to help business owners remain knowledgeable about the changing regulations, as well as to support with any compliance matters. As a business, you can trust that Hybrid HR is equipped to guide you through the complexities of TUPE regulations.

Learn more

You can seek further details about TUPE on the Government website. If you do require assistance, please get in touch with us here at Hybrid-HR or email us at info@hybrid-hr.co.uk.