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Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation covering statutory notice periods, final payments, accrued holiday pay calculations, and protection against unfair dismissal

Equality Act 2010: Ensures termination process is non-discriminatory and considers protected characteristics such as age, gender, disability, race, religion, etc.

Employment Protection (Consolidation) Act 1978: Outlines fundamental employee rights during the termination process

National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Governs final payment calculations and ensures compliance with outstanding wage requirements

Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulates holiday pay calculations and compensation for unused rest breaks where applicable

Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003: Determines tax treatment of termination payments, including distinction between tax-free and taxable elements

ACAS Code of Practice: Provides guidelines for fair procedures and best practices in employment termination

Existing Employment Contract: Review of current contractual terms affecting termination process and obligations

Company Termination Policies: Internal company procedures and policies regarding employment termination

Confidentiality Obligations: Requirements regarding ongoing confidentiality duties post-termination

Post-termination Restrictions: Review of any restrictive covenants such as non-compete or non-solicitation clauses

Company Property Requirements: Procedures for return of company assets and property upon termination

Settlement Agreement Considerations: Requirements for valid settlement agreements if being used as part of the termination process