Investigation Before Dismissal

Overview

The ACAS Code of Practice requires employers to establish the facts of the case before taking disciplinary action.

Failure to investigate is one of the most common reasons tribunals find a dismissal unfair, even when the employer had legitimate grounds.

What you can do

1. 01

   Gather evidence

   Note if you were called to a hearing without prior notice or if key witnesses were not interviewed.

2. 02

   Raise an appeal

   Use your appeal to point out that a proper investigation did not take place.