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It’s important for employers to follow their own grievance procedures.   Employers also need to have in mind the Acas Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures (Code). A failure to follow the Code doesn’t make an organisation liable to proceedings.... Read More

Managing performance needs to be carried out regularly and handled sensitively. Letting performance remain unchecked can be extremely detrimental to your business and to staff morale. Managers often prefer to turn a blind eye to under-performing employees, hoping that things will improve without the... Read More

Employers should have a clear disciplinary policy and ensure that it is understood by all managers.   Unfair dismissal Generally, employees who have at least two years’ continuous service are able to bring claims for unfair dismissal. An employer can defend an... Read More

It is important that you have appropriate restrictive covenants in your contracts so that when staff leave the organisation your business interests are protected.

When demoting staff, employers have to tread carefully. Here is a guide on some of the key things to consider.