Every organisation, at one time or another, must deal with disciplinary and grievance procedures. It’s an unavoidable fact. Dealing with employer and employee concerns in a constructive way is essential to the smooth running of the business.

For years employers have relied on the Acas Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures to provide guidance on how to navigate these. Now for the first time since 2009, the Code is being significantly revised.

The Code provides practical guidance and sets out principles for handling disciplinary matters in the workplace.