Category: Disciplinary Procedures & Dismissals

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Raising a Grievance at work

What do I do if I have an issue at work? Situations often arise in the workplace where an employee feels they need to raise concerns..

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The Right to be Accompanied to a Formal Meeting

When do you have the right to be accompanied at a formal meeting? It can be extremely stressful if you are invited to a disciplinary hearing or a grievance …

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Can you dismiss an employee involved in riots?

Can you dismiss an employee involved in riots? We have all seen the news stories, videos and photos of rioters around the country causing damage …

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Managing stress at work

Stress affects us all. That is a fact and because it is a fact, employers should know how to manage and address it in the workplace.

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What is ACAS Early Conciliation?

The ACAS early conciliation process is a free service you can use to try and resolve an employment dispute. You can start the process online …

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Labour party employment law reforms

The Labour party intends to make some sweeping changes to employment law if it wins the next general election. The reforms are set out in its paper entitled…

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What is Gross Misconduct?

The concept of gross misconduct has often left employers feeling that there is no further option but to terminate the employment of the individual but is this always necessary and reasonable?