TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment))

TUPE, or the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment), is UK employment law that protects employees' jobs when their employer's business or part of it is transferred to a new employer. Essentially, it ensures employees keep their existing contracts, rights, and pay levels despite the change in ownership. The law aims to provide stability and prevent unfair dismissals during such transfers. Both the old and new employers must follow TUPE rules to inform and consult staff about the transfer and any changes that might affect their employment.