FAQs

All items: Discipline

If an employee is charged with, or convicted of, a work-related criminal offence, should the employer conduct its own investigation before taking disciplinary action?
Can an employer use its absence management procedure in relation to disability-related absence if this could result in disciplinary action?
Can an employer anonymise witness statements obtained during a grievance or disciplinary procedure?
Can an employer invite an employee to attend a disciplinary hearing when they are on sick leave?
Must an employee on suspension while a disciplinary investigation is carried out remain available for work, or can they take a holiday during this period?
Can employers discipline pregnant employees?
For how long should an employee be suspended while a disciplinary investigation into alleged misconduct is carried out?
Is there a minimum disciplinary procedure that employers must follow?
Can an employee who is suspended on full pay during a disciplinary investigation insist that the employer communicate through their representative?
If, during informal discussions about a disciplinary issue, it becomes apparent that the matter may be more serious than first envisaged, what steps should the employer take?

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Frequently asked questions and answers on discipline.