How to get the most out of early conciliation

Original and updating author: Laurie Anstis

Summary

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• Be aware that a claimant must have an early conciliation certificate to be able to bring an employment tribunal claim.
• Ensure that approaches from Acas are referred to the right person or department within the organisation.
• Consider whether or not to participate in early conciliation when it is offered.
• Be aware that the time limit for submitting an employment tribunal claim will be extended where a claimant has initiated the early conciliation process.
• If you anticipate that an employee may bring an employment tribunal claim, consider initiating early conciliation yourself.