Question about a "deemed contract" of employment? - continuous employment contract

I was set on fixed term contracts for a total of 2 years and 6 months of employment without interruption. At that time, my original contract was renewed several times. I have a written commitment to my employer) for a further three years WEF 31.08.09, however, since he has been committed to my employer announced a layoff, and designated "at risk" (four months should be extended. My current contract expires on 31.08.09, but before that I was not a dismissal notice (my contract states) on each side three months and I continue to work since that date, although the contract has expired. I think I am now in a "Treaty" and that when the initial contract period, the fact that I mean to work and still have not received the notice expires, that I still work as if the plan maturity and Conditions are still in force? Is that a good understanding of the "as a mandate," ie, it will continue to be paid for? If my employer made me redundant, GIVand me three months' notice or payment of wages in force when they decide to end?