Surely there are circumstances when I can just ignore the Acas Code?
The foreword to the Acas Code on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures (see question three) suggests that employers might want to establish separate procedures for dealing with issues involving bullying, harassment or whistleblowing. But it stresses that, if they do, the basic principles of fairness and reasonableness set out in the Code should still be followed, with any necessary adaptations. Take advice. The Code does not apply to grievances raised on behalf of two or more employees by a union or other official workplace representative – a collective grievance – which should be handled according to a separate collective grievance process. Consider whether you need one.
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- Surely there are circumstances when I can just ignore the Acas Code?
