Unfair Dismissal Part 6: Frequently Asked Questions

 

The final instalment of a 6 part mini series focusing on Unfair Dismissal

Episode 6: Listener questions answered about disciplinary issues & unfair dismissal

In this weeks' episode of the podcast I will answer some of the most frequently asked questions from Employers about how to deal with disciplinary issues and how to avoid a claim for unfair dismissal. This is the final of 6 episodes that focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with dismissals and what constitutes a fair dismissal.

In this episode I will cover:

• What to do if an employee fails to attend a disciplinary hearing
• What to do if an employee is signed off sick during the disciplinary process
• My suggestion on how you should handle matters if an employee asks to be accompanied at the hearing by someone other than a trade union rep or work colleague
• How to handle things if you have a small business and you are the only person able to deal with the investigation process and disciplinary hearing
• How you should deal with the expiry of a Fixed-Term Contract
• What procedures apply to the expiry of a Fixed-Term Contract

Action Points

Sign up to my email list at www.adviceforemployers.co.uk to get a copy of the 10 tips for dealing with a disciplinary procedure for misconduct allegations.

Helpful Links

Employment Rights Act 1996 

ACAS Code of Practice