Tribunals Flashcards
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What are tribunals and why were they created?
Tribunals operate alongside the court system and were created to help people enforce their social rights.
When can a person make a claim to an employment tribunal?
If they have been treated unlawfully by an employer, potential employer, or trade union.
What are examples of unlawful treatment at work?
Unfair dismissal, discrimination, unfair pay deductions.
What is the time limit for making a tribunal claim?
Claims must usually be made within 3 months of the problem or end of employment.
What must a person do before making a tribunal claim?
Contact Acas to try Early Conciliation.
What is Acas?
A free service to resolve disputes without going to court.
What happens if early conciliation fails?
Acas issues an Early Conciliation Certificate, and the claimant then has at least one month to submit the tribunal claim.
Where do employment tribunal hearings usually take place?
At the tribunal office closest to where the person worked.
In what formats can tribunal hearings be held?
By phone, by video, in person.
What should a claimant bring to the hearing?
All documents they will rely on to support their case.
Can someone support the claimant during the hearing?
Yes, a friend, family member, or colleague can attend (in person or remotely).
Who presents the claimant’s case in a tribunal?
The claimant, or their lawyer, friend, or family member.
Who gives evidence first in a hearing?
Usually the claimant, unless the case is about unfair dismissal.
Who can ask the claimant questions during the hearing?
The judge, the respondent (employer), two tribunal members (in certain cases).
How and when is the tribunal decision given?
Usually sent by post within days or weeks; in some cases, it’s given at the hearing.
Where are tribunal decisions published?
On the GOV.UK website.
