Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures

Having been widely criticised by employers, employees and employment lawyers since their introduction in October 2004, the statutory dispute resolution procedures are expected to be repealed in April 2009.

A revised ACAS code of practice is expected to become more important and the resolution of disputes before claims are brought to an Employment Tribunal is to be further encouraged.  Employers contemplating dismissals will still need to follow comprehensive disciplinary, grievance and dismissal procedures.  The current basic procedure of letter, meeting, and right of appeal is not expected to change significantly as this is part of the reasonable behaviour required of an employer.

We will provide further details of the proposed changes in the future.

If your business is considering or in the process of a disciplinary or grievance procedure please contact Alistair Latham or Mark Daubney on 01482 324591 for advice on a swift conclusion.

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