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Request for written reasons for dismissal

Ask for the reasons for your dismissal in writing, which your employer must give within 14 days.

£5 to download, or £12 in the Challenge pack

When to use it

You've been dismissed and want the reasons on record, for an appeal, a claim or your own peace of mind.

What it covers

  • Your right under section 92 of the Employment Rights Act 1996
  • The 14-day deadline
  • The automatic right if you were pregnant or on family leave
  • How your role became redundant and how you were selected

What you get

  • Your letter as Word and PDFReady to email or print, and easy to edit.
  • A "before you send" pageWhat to check, when to send it and where to get free advice.
  • Changes for 12 monthsUpdate your answers and download again whenever you need to.
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Part of the Challenge pack: three letters for £12. Or all seven plus the CV builder in the Fresh Start bundle for £19.

Example
Sam Taylor
12 Mill Lane
Leeds
LS6 2AB
sam@example.com
Jane Smith
HR Manager
Northfield Logistics Ltd
Unit 4, Ring Road
Leeds
LS11 5QX
8 October 2026

Dear Jane Smith

Request for a written statement of the reasons for my dismissal

I'm writing to ask for a written statement of the reasons for my dismissal, under section 92 of the Employment Rights Act 1996. My employment as Warehouse Team Leader ends on 30 November 2026, and I have the continuous service needed to ask for one.

Please provide the statement within 14 days of receiving this request, as the Act requires.

If my dismissal is said to be by reason of redundancy, please include how my role came to be redundant and how I was selected.

The rest is built from your own answers.Start the letter to fill it in and preview it free.

Yours sincerely

Sam Taylor

Example with made-up names. Your letter uses your own details and answers.

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Information, not legal advice. This letter is a template you adapt and send yourself. It covers England, Scotland and Wales; Northern Ireland's law is different (nidirect). For advice on your own situation, contact Acas (free, 0300 123 1100) or Citizens Advice.