Extending application deadline without publicising new deadline?

[MakeTeaNotWar]

There's been a restructure at work with lots of redundancies.

An internal vacancy was advertised with application deadline 3 days later. I had family commitments and just couldn't complete the application in time so I did not apply. 2 of the other applicants withdrew before interview and now I've heard that management is actively encouraging a colleague to apply for the role. Can they do this without letting everyone know that the deadline had been extended? Had I know I could have an extra week, I think I would have applied to so it feels unfair.

Thanks for advice

[Stillunexpected]

Well why not approach management and say that you understand that the application process has reopened and that you are interested in applying? Tbh, given that there is a restructure and redundancies I would have emailed when the vacancy was first advertised and asked for an extension to the deadline.

[MakeTeaNotWar]

Yes fair point - I suppose I wasn't sure. I think it's the fallout of the redundancies including losing old friends and what now feels like excessive workload that is making me feel very demoralised and uncertain.