Redundancy Threat

Hi,



I was told that my job is under threat of redundancy on 23/10/14 and that there would be a 4 week consultation process before I would find out. If I am to be made redundant then I will be given notice on 23/11/14 and be given 7 weeks notice.



My confusion is surrounding the new roles that are now advertised and which I'm told I can apply for.



Is it normal practice to be asked to apply for a job with a closing date BEFORE I even know if my role is being made redundant? The closing date for applications is 15/11/14 which is a full week before I will know if my job has gone (which it obviously has). Also - if I apply and I get the job will that mean I do not get the redundancy payment - even though my role is being made redundant.



I've not been offered the new role and it has gone out to advertising now both internally and externally and I have to apply and provide my CV like everyone else. Strange after nearly 8 years service. How does this impact on things?



Thanks for any help. I'm not up to speed with redundancy laws and need to find out where I stand before I decide if I should apply for the new roile or not.



Cheers



Stu

Redundancy Threat