Redundancy Pay Calculator Northern Ireland

How Redundancy Pay Works in Northern Ireland

Statutory redundancy pay in Northern Ireland is governed by the Employment Rights (Northern Ireland) Order 1996, which is separate from the legislation covering England, Scotland and Wales. While the overall formula is the same — using age bands, years of service and a weekly pay cap — Northern Ireland sets its own weekly pay cap independently.

For the current period, the key differences are:

The higher cap in Northern Ireland means that employees earning between £719 and £749 per week will receive more statutory redundancy pay than an equivalent employee in Great Britain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the weekly pay cap different in Northern Ireland?

Employment law in Northern Ireland is a devolved matter. The Department for the Economy sets the statutory redundancy rates independently, which is why the weekly pay cap (£749) differs from the cap in England, Scotland and Wales (£719).

Are the age band multipliers different in Northern Ireland?

No. The age-based multipliers are the same across the entire UK: 0.5 weeks' pay per year (under 22), 1.0 week's pay (22–40), and 1.5 weeks' pay (41 and over). Only the weekly pay cap differs.

How often do the rates change?

Statutory redundancy rates are reviewed annually, typically taking effect from 6 April each year. The weekly pay cap usually increases in line with inflation.