The Employment Tribunal system is at the heart of the Government's ongoing review of employment law. The Government's proposals aim not only to encourage the early resolution of workplace disputes but also to simplify the Employment Tribunal process. Existing employment protections are also being diluted.
The forthcoming changes include a new early conciliation process; new Employment Tribunal fees and rules; changes to unfair dismissal compensation and new financial penalties.
This videocast highlights the key changes to Employment Tribunal litigation and how they may affect you. Further detail is provided in the accompanying briefing note, "Employment Tribunal litigation – understanding the changes".
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