Weekly issue 75

News in brief

Following a comprehensive review of the dispute resolution system over the last year or so, the Government has now published a consultation paper asking for views on a number of issues.

Contingency plan

If employers fail to consult their employees before dismissing them, they may be liable to pay them a protective award.

Putting pay on paper

The law says that employees cannot lodge tribunal claims if they have not put their grievance in writing to their employer.