Clear, practical TUPE advice and services for employers
Managing staff transfers during a business sale, outsourcing, or service change can be a complex process. We provide clear, practical TUPE advice for employers, helping you stay compliant while minimising disruption and risk. Whether you require guidance on process, timelines, or employee communications, we’re here to support you at every stage.
TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations) safeguards employees’ rights when their employment is transferred as a result of a business sale, merger, or outsourcing. It guarantees fair treatment and adherence to the agreed terms and conditions of employment.
Understanding your responsibilities under TUPE is essential to ensure compliance and avoid costly legal disputes.
Who We Support:
- Employers participating in mergers, acquisitions, or contract transfers
- HR professionals seeking clarity on compliance
- SMEs and large organisations managing staff transitions
Typical TUPE Scenarios:
- Business Sales
- Company Mergers
- Changes in Service Provision
- Outsourcing Transfers
Our TUPE Services Include:
We offer comprehensive support to ensure your transfer process is legally compliant, smoothly managed, and centred on people.
Strategic & Legal Support:
- TUPE eligibility assessments
- Timeline and compliance planning
- Advice on redundancy, restructuring, and legal risks
- Collaborating with internal HR or legal teams
Communication & Consultation:
- Drafting employee communications and correspondence
- Leading or supporting detailed staff consultation meetings
- Employee rights and guidance on transition
Process & People Management:
- End-to-end transfer process management.
- On-call advisory support during the transition
- Cultural integration planning and support
- Post-transfer follow-up and continued guidance
Why Collaborate With Us
We offer expert TUPE support that is both legally robust and people-focused, customised to your organisation’s size, structure, and objectives.
Trusted Expertise
- Skilled in handling TUPE transfers involving more than 20 staff.
- Advisors possessing extensive HR and legal expertise
- Proven success across multiple sectors
Clear & Practical Support
- No jargon — just simple, step-by-step guidance
- Transparent, proactive communication throughout
- Flexible support: from one-off advice to full process management
Business-Focused Outcomes
- Reduce operational disruption during transfers
- Ensure full legal compliance and avoid costly risks
- Support a smooth and positive transition for your people
FAQs for Business Owners: TUPE Transfer Basics
TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment) is a legal process that safeguards employees’ rights when a business transfer occurs. It ensures that employees’ core employment terms remain unchanged during organisational transitions, offering a safety net for workers amid business changes.
TUPE applies when your business undergoes major structural changes, such as sales, mergers, or transitions in service providers. Any situation where employees might be affected by a change in business ownership or service delivery could trigger TUPE regulations. What types of business transfers activate TUPE regulations?
TUPE regulations are triggered by scenarios such as complete business sales, company mergers, service outsourcing, changing service contractors, or returning previously outsourced services in-house. The main factor is the transfer of employees from one organisational structure to another.
TUPE applies universally to all business sizes, from small local enterprises to large corporations. The principles remain consistent regardless of the number of employees involved in the transfer.
A typical TUPE transfer takes about 1-2 months, including preparation, consultation meetings, and the actual transfer. Proper preparation can begin 6-12 months before the scheduled transfer date.
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