TUPE

TUPE

Under TUPE legislation (Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment), the incoming service provider is obliged to offer each employee the opportunity to retain their positions at the Harvey Centre.

ASCS are experienced in dealing with staff throughout a TUPE transfer and offer counselling to each individual to alleviate any fears or concerns. Due to the sensitivity and critical nature of the TUPE process the 'Counselling In' process is managed directly by our Regional Managers and supported by Head Office in respect of technical or legal issues.

The counselling process includes:

• Gathering full employee information
• Explaining to staff ASCS company history and TUPE process
• Distribution of New Employee Information Packs
• One to one meetings with each employee
• Follow up one to one meetings (if required)
• Helpline available to answer queries/concerns
• Distribution of employee contracts, confirming existing terms and conditions
• Acceptance of employee contracts and pension forms
• An opportunity to speak to other ASCS staff who have previously transferred - to help remove any concerns regarding the transfer

ASCS would hope that each employee accepts the opportunity to transfer to our organisation. In the event that the current personnel accept an offer for alternative employment elsewhere within the incumbent's organisation, ASCS would resource the new projectwith new or existing ASCS employees.

We have a great deal of experience in transferring staff from clients and competitors, as well as employing and training new personnel to provide a seamless transition to ASCS.

The transition plan below details the focus given to the TUPE process. This level of attention to staff continues throughout the contract implementation with the aim of alleviating fears and supporting all staff at a time when many feel vulnerable.

ASCS' TUPE Experience

ASCS' successful management of the TUPE process and individual requirements is reflected in the figures shown below:

Over 200 staff have transferred to ASCS under TUPE

ASCS have established 11 major operations in the last 3 years, transferring staff from competitors and client companies