Why do the British call it "redundancies". Seems like a weird way of saying we're laying people off
this post was submitted on 02 Oct 2023
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Something that is redundant is not needed, it's a descriptive term. Layoff is a relatively recent US euphemism meaning relax or rest which became associated with non-working periods for seasonal work then evolved to cover redundancies. The US term is the weird one here.
They're both poor terms.
To me, "redundancy" means someone you don't need, as in, their job is worthless, and "layoff" means the company can't afford to keep everyone, so they're temporarily reducing the workforce. What we see so often isn't either of those, it's just headcount reduction or downsizing.
In IT, redundancy can mean reserve, or back up; something extra in case something broke.
Redundant doesn't mean worthless. It means that you have a duplicate or something, or someone is already doing the job that you are doing. Your work still is worth something, it's just not needed anymore.
Interesting! I see your point, appreciate it
I think it implies the company is continuing on but that job is no longer a position at the company. Redundant or unnecessary as opposed to a position that they intend to fill again, as you would with a firing.
Lay off is weirder imo.
Yeah, layoffs feel temporary (like furloughed government employees). I dislike both terms though, I prefer "downsizing" or something like that to clearly indicate that it's not temporary and your job wasn't worthless, it's just that the company needs fewer people employed to meet budget targets.
I’ve been wondering what’s going on over there. Ghost Town Games have been radio silent about Overcooked for quite a bit now. I hope the issues are just limited to their publisher
Release Blasphemous 2!
I'm confused, since I've already completed the game. What do you mean?
Look for blasphemous 2 trailer in YouTube, it is in the making and should be released soon. Was announced more then a year ago I think.
As I've said, I already played through Blasphemous 2, it was released a couple of weeks ago (August 24th).
Release Blasphemous 3!
I'd be up for it! Though I hope they do some more grotesque bosses. They were the coolest parts of the first one, and the second one was a lot more tame for the bigger bosses.
Oh sorry, I misunderstood your comment and apparently totally missed the release.
Cool, as soon as I return to my home city I'll buy it. Thanks!
You're welcome, and have fun!