Redundancy Pay Calculator UK 2026/27 — Statutory Entitlement

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Statutory Redundancy Pay Rules 2026/27

Age Band	Weeks Per Year of Service
Under 22	0.5 weeks
22–40	1 week
41 and over	1.5 weeks

Weekly pay is capped at £751 (Great Britain) or £783 (Northern Ireland) regardless of actual earnings, and only the most recent 20 years of service count. Maximum statutory redundancy pay is £22,530 (GB).

You need at least 2 years' continuous service to qualify for statutory redundancy pay. Some employers offer enhanced (contractual) redundancy pay above the statutory minimum.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is statutory redundancy pay calculated?

It's based on age, length of service (capped at 20 years) and weekly pay (capped at £751 in Great Britain for 2026/27): 0.5 weeks' pay per year under 22, 1 week per year aged 22–40, and 1.5 weeks per year aged 41+.

What is the maximum statutory redundancy pay?

For 2026/27, the maximum is £22,530 in Great Britain (20 years × 1.5 weeks × £751 cap), or higher in Northern Ireland using its own £783 weekly cap.

Do I qualify for statutory redundancy pay?

You generally need at least 2 years of continuous service with your employer to qualify, and must be an employee (not self-employed or a contractor) made genuinely redundant.

Is redundancy pay taxed?

The first £30,000 of redundancy pay (statutory and any enhanced contractual amount combined) is usually tax-free; amounts above £30,000 are subject to Income Tax (but not National Insurance).