Have a query, my friend is in a pickle and needs some advice.he was removed from his post due to disciplinary action

He was on workpermit and due for ILR in feb 2011 since his dismissal verbally (no formal letter given yet) this month i know he has 60 days to apply for a new job but are there any laws in place so that he doesnt loose his current job? its a shame waiting for this long and loosing it. any advice welcome.