From April 2009 new procedures will come into force to simplify discipline and grievance issues in the workplace. Designed to prevent problems escalating into serious issues, the new procedures will be more flexible than the previous processes were and are aimed at saving time and money for all involved. Administered by Acas, the new scheme includes an improved helpline and a free early conciliation service. Revised guides and codes of practice have also been published and are available to download from the Acas website.

For more information on the new procedures go to:
http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2126