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Redundancy & Settlement Calculator

Understand your statutory entitlement and what you'll actually keep

Calculate your statutory redundancy pay, the £30,000 tax-free allowance, income tax on the taxable portion, and how a pension contribution could reduce your bill.

This calculator provides information and guidance only. It does not constitute regulated financial advice under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. Outputs are illustrative and based on current assumptions — they are not a prediction of future returns or outcomes. Tax rules, allowances, and legislation may change. Please consult a regulated financial adviser before making significant financial decisions.

Your statutory entitlement

£4,800statutory minimum

Based on 8.0 weeks × £600/week

The minimum your employer must pay by law.

Tax-free vs taxable breakdown

Tax-free: £25,000
NI is not charged on redundancy payments — only income tax applies to any amount above the £30,000 threshold.
Total settlement£25,000
Tax-free (first £30,000)£25,000
Taxable amount£0 — fully within tax-free threshold

Your tax bill

Income tax on settlement£0
National Insurance£0 (exempt)
Total tax£0
Effective rate on total package0.0%

What you'll actually receive

Net settlement after tax

£25,000

How long will it last?

Based on net settlement of £25,000.

Monthly spendMonthsYears
£500/month504.2
£1,000/month252.1
£1,500/month171.4
£2,000/month131.0
£3,000/month80.7

Your redundancy details

Only complete years count for statutory redundancy

Your actual weekly pay — we'll apply the £643 statutory cap automatically

The full amount your employer has offered, including statutory pay

Your tax situation

Used to calculate which tax band your taxable settlement falls into

If your employer agrees, paying some of your settlement directly into your pension can reduce your tax bill

Scottish income tax rates

Applies to residents of Scotland only

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This calculator provides estimates for guidance only. Results are illustrative and do not constitute financial advice. Always verify figures with a qualified adviser.