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What to do if you have been forced to resign from work because of your employer's behaviour. Also includes wrongful dismissal.

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Constructive dismissal

If you believe your employer's behaviour means there is no way you can continue in your job, then this may count as a constructive dismissal. This page answers frequently asked questions about constructive dismissal.

https://worksmart.org.uk/work-rights/losing-your-job/constructive-dismissal
WorkSMART - TUC
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Check if your dismissal is fair

Information on dismissal including identifying fair and unfair dismissals and making a claim for compensation at a tribunal. 

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/work/leaving-a-job/dismissal/check-if-your-dis...
Citizens Advice
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Unfair and constructive dismissal

In certain situations, you may be able to take legal action if you’re dismissed. Explains what unfair and constructive dismissal are, your rights and action open to you.
https://www.gov.uk/dismissal/unfair-and-constructive-dismissal
GOV.UK
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Unfair dismissal versus redundancy

Unfair dismissal can occur when your employer has not followed a fair redundancy process. If you think you’re the victim of unfair dismissal, explains how to check whether or not your employer has done things by the book.
https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/redundancy-versus-unfair-dismi...
Money Advice Service
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Fair and unfair dismissals

Explains when a dismissal may be considered as unfair or fair. Links to fact sheets and guides.
http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=4098
ACAS - Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service
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Unfair dismissal - a summary of the law (PDF)

The booklet provides a basic outline of the law covering unfair dismissal and redundancy. Explains what counts as 'unfair'.

https://www.thompsonstradeunion.law/media/1175/unfair-dismissal-a-summary-of-the...
Thompsons Solicitors
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What is whistleblowing?

Information about whistleblowing and the Public Interest Disclosure Act. Also explains where to get free, confidential legal advice to help you decide whether and if so how to raise a concern about a danger or illegality that you have witnessed at work.

http://www.pcaw.org.uk/individual-advice/faqs/faq-answers#q1
Public Concern at Work
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