Correct process | How to avoid unfair dismissal claims

By Louise Gillibrand, HR Policy Consultant, Moorepay

Barely a day goes by without an unfair dismissal claim hitting the headlines. Many of these claims are down to employers failing to follow a full and fair procedure. So, read on for six ways to avoid unfair dismissal claims.

Follow your internal procedures

It’s important that employers follow their organisation’s HR procedures, including any that could lead to an employee being dismissed. You should also be mindful that employees have access to an abundance of information on unfair dismissal claims on sites such as GOV.UK, ACAS and Citizens Advice.