I heard that the severance package was downgraded. Two weeks per year up to 3 years, then 2 months firm after that no matter how many years, unless you have a contract that states otherwise.
It sounds like if you have more than 3 years in- the max payout is 6 weeks plus 2 months (I hope I've misunderstood b/c that SUCKS!!)
That literally is the shittiest severance I've heard of in this industry. I'm not calling you a liar, but I will believe it when I see it.
Pearson's claim to fame is cost cutting - and what better way to cut costs (after identifying "synergies" a.k.a. redundant positions/employees) when doing an acquisition than a shitty severance?