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What is an ET3 form?
What is an ET3 form? An ET3 form is an important document in Employment Tribunal proceedings. An ET3 sets out the Respondent’s position (the Respondent is the person or organisation that a claim is brought against), including any defences to what is alleged. The...
What is early conciliation?
What is early conciliation? Early conciliation is a process provided by ACAS (Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service) that aims to help individuals and employers resolve workplace disputes without the need for the matter to be heard at an Employment Tribunal....
What are staff appraisals?
What are staff appraisals? Staff appraisals are essentially a discussion and review of an employee’s performance. Employers often differ in terms of the frequency of appraisals. For example, some employers may not use formal staff appraisals at all, others may opt to...
What is a summary dismissal?
What is a summary dismissal? Summary dismissal describes when employment has been terminated immediately by the employer (such as at the outcome of a disciplinary hearing). Summary dismissal occurs because of misconduct of the most serious kind (often referred to as...
Can you be suspended from work without being told why?
Can you be suspended from work without being told why? The answer is that much would depend on the circumstances and the approach of the employer. Only basic information may be provided at the time of the suspension. However, employees should ultimately be given...
Reducing sickness absence in the workplace – 10 tips
Reducing sickness absence in the workplace – 10 tips Reducing sickness absence in the workplace is something that any employer would wish to do, but many do not know how. The tips below provide an overview and offer guidance on next steps. 1. Have a policy...
Suspended at work, will I get fired?
Suspended at work, will I get fired? Are you thinking ‘I have been suspended at work, will I get fired? The short answer is that being suspended at work does not indicate that you will be fired. The investigation may conclude there is no case to answer. If the...
Constructive dismissal advice for employees
Constructive dismissal advice for employees This blog will provide constructive dismissal advice for employees. It will answer common questions that employees ask relating to constructive dismissal and explain next steps. What is constructive dismissal? Employees may...
Reasons to file a grievance at work
Reasons to file a grievance at work There are a substantial number of reasons to file (or lodge) a grievance, so many in fact that it would be a challenge to list them all. Rather than focusing on whether something is or is not a grievance, it is important that...
How to report bullying at work
How to report bullying at work Unfortunately bullying at work is common, and it often has a lasting impact on the victim. This blog will explore how to report bullying at work and what measures could be taken to improve the situation: 1. Get professional advice...
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