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Opaque Performance Metrics
When employers dismiss based on unclear or unfair targets.
Last updated 21 February 2026
Overview
Dismissal for poor performance (capability) normally requires the employer to set clear, transparent, and achievable targets.
If the metrics used were secretive, unrealistic, or constantly changing, the dismissal may be unfair.
What you can do
- Request records of how your performance was measured.
- Compare your targets with those of your colleagues to show inconsistencies.
Next steps
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