Rules for Suspending an Employee (UK 2026)
Suspension from work is one of the most sensitive decisions an employer can take. Used incorrectly, it can damage trust, trigger tribunal claims and undermine the fairness of a disciplinary process. Used correctly, it can protect employees, safeguard investigations and reduce legal exposure. The rules for suspending an employee in the UK are not set […]
Can A Vehicle Tracker Be Used In A Disciplinary UK? 2026
Vehicle tracking technology is widely used across the UK for fleet management, route optimisation and asset protection. But when GPS data reveals speeding, extended stops, route deviations or discrepancies in hours worked, employers often ask the same question: Can a vehicle tracker be used in a disciplinary? The short answer is yes, but only if […]
Alcohol at Work Disciplinary UK Guide 2026
Working under the influence of alcohol presents immediate health and safety concerns, reputational exposure and significant employment law risk. While being drunk at work is not automatically a criminal offence in most UK workplaces, it can amount to serious misconduct and in some circumstances gross misconduct. Employers who respond incorrectly risk unfair dismissal claims, discrimination […]
Gross Misconduct: Examples & Dismissal Rules 2026
Incidents of gross misconduct at work often require a prompt response, particularly where there are safety, safeguarding or security concerns. At the same time, disciplinary action in this context carries significant legal exposure. Employers are generally best protected where they follow a fair procedure aligned with the ACAS Code of Practice and respect the employee’s […]
How Many Sick Days Before Disciplinary UK? 2026
How many sick days before disciplinary action?” is one of the most common, and most legally misunderstood, questions employers ask when managing attendance problems. The assumption behind the question is that UK employment law sets a numerical threshold after which disciplinary action becomes lawful or safe. It does not. UK employment law does not impose […]
Workplace Investigations: HR & Employers’ Guide
Section A: What are Workplace Investigations? When a potential misconduct issue arises in the workplace, the first step in managing the situation is to conduct an investigation to determine the facts of the case. This is essential for the employer to act fairly and reduce the risk of claims of unfair dismissal. A […]
Grievance Procedure: Steps for Employers
Dealing with grievances in an effective and proportionate way is important when it comes to minimising conflict in the workplace, not to mention the risk of tribunal claims. The following guide for employers sets out the key elements of a lawful grievance procedure, including the possible grievance outcomes resulting from either an informal or formal […]
Suspension from Work: Guide for Employers
Suspension from work refers to the temporary removal of an employee from their duties, usually pending an investigation or disciplinary action. Suspensions are typically used when serious concerns are alleged or suspected regarding an employee’s conduct, performance or behaviour, that warrant immediate attention. Importantly, suspension from work is not a form of disciplinary action in […]
How to Deal with Theft by an Employee
Theft by an employee can raise a number of issues for employers, from employment rights to workforce morale. If you have grounds to suspect an employee has been misusing company property or stealing from work, you should proceed with care. Your initial reaction may be to take disciplinary action straight away, but you have to […]
How to Deal With Lateness At Work
Dealing with employees who are repeat offenders of persistent lateness can be challenging and a problem that can only be addressed with effective policies and procedures in place. In these circumstances, you should ask yourself if your employee’s lateness is impacting your business and if it is necessary for them to always be on time. […]