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Disciplinary matters, terminations and grievances

With employment tribunal claims increasing, year-on-year, and unfair dismissal ranking as the highest type of single complaint, there is an even greater pressure on employers to make sure they follow a fair and reasonable disciplinary procedure. And as employees become more-and-more aware of their rights, employers are finding themselves having to deal with an increasing number of grievances on a wide range of work-related matters.

Of paramount importance is the need for employers to comply with the Acas Code of Practice: Disciplinary and Appeal Procedures. The Code sets out best practice to ensure fairness and transparency when handling disciplinary and grievance situations. The Code requires that both procedures should be set down in writing, be specific and clear, communicated to employees, and managers trained in their application. A failure to observe the Code by employers or employees can lead to a 25% increase or decrease in any compensation awarded as appropriate.

We help clients adopt fair and reasonable procedures by:

• Reviewing their policies and procedures to ensure they are Acas Code/legally compliant
• Ensuring the procedures are easy-to-understand and follow
• Supplying checklists to ensure managers take all the steps necessary in the process
• Providing documentation to record every step and decision, so there is a documented audit trail
• Assisting in the decision making process by ensuring all relevant circumstances are factored in
• Training managers so they feel confident about handling disciplinary and grievance situations

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