Unfair Dismissal - Employer Actions

Question 1

Why would an unfair dismissal be less likely to succeed?

Answer 1

If employer has followed all necessary procedures

Question 2

What is the first procedure for a fair dismissal?

Answer 2

Employer must follow ACAS code, and ensure choice of dismissal was reasonable
- takes into account physical and administrative resources available to employer

Question 3

What is the second procedure for a fair dismissal?

Answer 3

Employers policies at work should be made clear to all employees

Question 4

What is the third procedure for a fair dismissal?

Answer 4

Employers should follow clear line of discipline / dismissal code of practice

Question 5

What is the fourth procedure for a fair dismissal?

Answer 5

Employer should follow reasonable procedures for investigating incidents before choosing to sanction worker

Question 6

Essentially, what do employers need for a fair dismissal?

Answer 6

Really good record keeping

Question 7

What else must employers allow?

Answer 7

Employees to be accompanied at any grievance and disciplinary hearings

Question 8

What may failure to follow a code mean for the employer?

Answer 8

Increased pay out by up to 25%