Tag Archive: disciplinary

lateness

Is an employee’s persistent lateness misconduct that can lead to dismissal?

An employee who has more than two years’ service and who is dismissed can claimView Article

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Is dismissal for refusal to be vaccinated fair?

Dismissal of an employee with more than two years’ service will be unfair unless theView Article

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uplift

What is the penalty for breaching the ACAS Code of Practice?

The ACAS Code of Practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures (ACAS Code) provides practical guidance to employersView Article

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Can we dismiss an employee for refusing to wear a face covering?

In the first case that we are aware of on this issue, an Employment TribunalView Article

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Workplace testing

Rapid workplace testing programme expanded

On 7 February, the Government announced a drive to increase workplace testing in sectors openView Article

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Can we dismiss an employee who refuses the COVID vaccine?

The total number of people in the UK who have received the first dose ofView Article

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ACAS

Disciplinary and grievance procedures during Coronavirus

ACAS have published guidance on disciplinary and grievance procedures during the Coronavirus pandemic.  The guidanceView Article

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Does the role of the investigation manager end with their report?

Can a dismissal be unfair if the investigating manager becomes aware of relevant information afterView Article

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investigation report

What is the role of an investigator in a disciplinary process?

In misconduct cases, the investigation stage of the disciplinary procedure is key.  The purpose ofView Article

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Is it misconduct for an employee to covertly record a meeting?

Compensation for a successful claim of unfair dismissal can be reduced by an Employment TribunalView Article

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