Although there are positive signs that the UK economy is starting to pick itself up, many parents are still feeling the effects of having to tighten their belts. And as we all know too well, in difficult times one of the first 'luxuries' to go is the nanny. But redundancy in the nanny profession is not only linked to the current economic climate, it is an issue endemic to nannying, and most nannies who stay long enough in one job will in all likelihood eventually face redundancy.
There is a lot of confusion in nannying on the issue of redundancy. Many nannies, parents and nanny agencies assume that because of the unique circumstances that exist between a nanny and her employer, she doesn't qualify for redundancy pay.
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