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Can employment be terminated during the probationary period? If so, what are the risks to employers?

Posted in : First Tuesday Q&A NI on 3 April 2018
Chris Fullerton
Arthur Cox NI
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The purpose of a probationary period is to assess whether the employee is suitable for the job. Probationary periods can be for varying periods of time, but standard practice is generally six months. We recommend that provision is also included in the contract of employment for the extension of the probationary period providing any final decision is taken well in advance of the employee accruing 12 months continuous service (see further comments below regarding the risk of unfair dismissal in this regard).   

Employment can be terminated during the probationary period if the expected standard is not being achieved (even after substantial training and supervision). Employers

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Chris Fullerton
Arthur Cox NI

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