How will things differ under the revised code from the statutory dispute regulations?
The main changes when the revised code comes into operation will be as follows: • It will not apply to dismissals for reason of redundancy – although a full and fair redundancy process will still need to be followed to avoid unfair dismissal claims and the collective redundancy regime will continue to apply in relevant situations. • It will not apply to dismissals due to the non-renewal of fixed term contracts. • It will encourage the use of external mediators to resolve disputes. • It will place greater emphasis on employees to behave more reasonably. • It will provide new guidance on dealing with overlapping grievance and disciplinary cases and collective grievances. • In misconduct cases, the code says different people or parties should carry out the investigation and disciplinary hearing. • Employees should be provided with more information – for example, copies of written evidence and witness statements – by employers prior to a disciplinary meeting. • Greater detail has been incl
