1. This equipment was donated by Thompsons solicitors
Employment Law Update 2008
Wednesday 15th October 2008

2. The ACAS Code of Practice: Principles of Fairness
Ed Sweeney
Acas Chair
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3. Gibbons review Aim of review
To identify options for simplifying and improving all aspects of employment disputes resolution, to make the system work better for employees and employers whilst preserving employment rights
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4. 3 step procedure Problems identified by Gibbons
Rather than encouraging early resolution of disputes – formal dispute procedure followed when informal possible
One size fits all
Complexity of procedure meant both parties seek external advice earlier
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5. Discipline & Grievance Code of Practice
Revision of code in light of Employment Bill
Short and principles based (brevity v prescription?)
25% adjustment
Detailed non-statutory guidance
Implementation April 2009
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6. Acas Going Forward Additional money – up to £37 million
Enhanced helpline
Pre-claim conciliation
Aim: push dispute resolution back into workplace
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7. Myths Return to the “old days” The end of the lawyer !!!!!
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8. ACAS- more information
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