am at desk waiting to be made redundant... what do I ask them for?

[corygal]

Aiiiee, help - the co is going bust and they are cutting staff. We have no redundancy package and they are firing 3 out of 4 us at this desk.

How in hell do I get some money out of them? And can I get more than the basic state-sponsored benefit?

Thanks - oh, do hope someone is out there....

Sorry, can't help but I hope you'll be ok

I would be trying to get another job on their time... and as much money as possible from your current employer.

Oh poor you! This same thing happened to me a few years ago and is going to happen again at the end of the year so I feel your pain! Unfortunately, the only thing you will probably get is the state redundancy package. The company is not entitled to give you anything. Once in administration all that that can be clawed back will be shared between creditors (you being last on the list). But if it's any consolation state redundancy is paid pretty promptly (roughly 4-6 weeks after application).

get a P45, and a reference

this happended to my DP and my mate, and eventually they got their stat redundancy plus holiday back from the govt.

basically insolvency lawyers take over, and handle this

you wont get more than stat, but we were pleasantly suprised by what we got as its usually tax free too
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Have you posted this on the employment and legal matters boards too, as there will be lots of knowledgeable people on those boards?
All I can add is get as much as you can out of the bastards.

Are they actually going bust, or are they cutting staff in an attempt not to go bust?

If it's the latter, check your home insurance policy. If you have legal cover, you can approach an employment lawyer to represent you and get you the best deal.

If it's the former, other posters have given you great advice.

I thought employees were preferred creditors, Mojito?