when is enough enough

wayne1234

:(Hi
My firm is in financial trouble and has been for a while.Last week laid off half the work force and was only paid part of wage for that week promised to get the rest this week.The problem i have is i will give him this week to come good on promise but looking at how bad things our i think its very unlikely of being paid.I can not walk away as i have been employed with them for 18 years and would lose everything.When can i say enough is enough and can i leave without jeopardizing my redundancy etc..

SarEl

It all depends. Have a look at this

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/Understandingyourworkstatus/Temporarylayoff/DG_10026693

then come back with specific questions when you have a better idea of where you stand.

markandkate

If you have been laid off for more than 4 consecutive weeks then you can claim a redundancy payment

wayne1234

hi
thanks for information the other day.i had a look at link.The thing is my boss is not saying there is not enough work so he is going to lay me off for a short period.Its for instance the diesle cards dont work anymore so if im not bieng paid how can i get to work.If i was to say i can not get there and stay at home will i lose my right to my redundancy pay