Constructive Dismissal

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Forced Out of Your Job? It Could Be Constructive Dismissal
If your employer made your working life unbearable—through bullying, pay cuts, or demotions—you may have a strong constructive dismissal claim.

What Is a Constructive Dismissal Claim?

Constructive dismissal happens when an employee resigns because their employer’s behaviour has made the working environment intolerable — such as breaching trust, reducing pay, or creating a hostile atmosphere.

Constructive Dismissal Compensation

As of 2025 in the UK, the maximum compensation for constructive dismissal is £105,707 or 52 weeks’ gross pay—whichever is lower. This statutory cap is set by the UK government to limit awards in unfair dismissal cases.

Constructive Dismissal UK Legal Advice

We help you determine if your employer’s actions breached your contract so seriously that you were forced to resign, providing expert legal advice tailored to your situation.