What is the difference between wrongful and unfair dismissal?

Wrongful dismissal = breach of contract claim (usually insufficient notice). No qualifying period, no cap on damages, heard in civil courts or employment tribunal. Unfair dismissal = statutory claim requiring 2-year service (usually), capped compensatory award (~£115,115 for 2024/25).

Can an employee receive both wrongful and unfair dismissal damages?

Yes, but damages are not double-counted. The notice period element is typically claimed under wrongful dismissal; the basic and compensatory award under unfair dismissal. Tribunals deduct wrongful dismissal damages from the unfair dismissal compensatory award.

Wrongful Dismissal Compensation Multiplier Calculator

Estimate wrongful dismissal compensation (breach of contract) in England & Wales: loss of earnings during notice period, benefits, and bonuses. Distinct from unfair dismissal. No statutory cap applies to wrongful dismissal.

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How It Works

Each component has a specific meaning:

Unfair dismissal — The unfair dismissal recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the wrongful dismissal compensation result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the unfair dismissal for the scenario you are assessing. Estimate wrongful dismissal compensation (breach of contract) in England & Wales: loss of earnings during notice period, benefits, and bonuses. Distinct from unfair dismissal. No statutory cap applies to wrongful dismissal. Use the wrongful dismissal compensation result to inform your calculation.

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