Disciplinary Procedures

It is a legal requirement that you provide your employees with written details of the disciplinary rules that apply to them. Even if it was not it would be common sense to have written disciplinary procedures so that employees know what is and is not allowed and what to expect if a disciplinary issue arises.

Failure to follow a proper procedure can lead to liability for unfair dismissal, even if the employee deserved to be dismissed, or to claims for discrimination. As the maximum award for unfair dismissal is £68,400.00 and there is no limit to the damages in a discrimination claim, you can't afford not to get things right.

Rees Page can draft a suitable disciplinary procedure tailored to the needs of your business and can assist with all aspects of the disciplinary process including advising on investigations, disciplinary hearings and appeals – all with a view to keeping you away from the employment tribunal. We offer a free “health check” of your existing procedures.