Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing employment rights in England and Wales, including fair disciplinary procedures and requirements for written statements in employment matters.
ACAS Code of Practice on Disciplinary Procedures: Statutory guidance providing framework for handling workplace disciplinary matters, including formal warnings. Non-compliance can result in increased tribunal awards.
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring disciplinary actions are non-discriminatory and protecting against unfair treatment based on protected characteristics. Requires reasonable adjustments for disabilities.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Laws governing the recording, storage, and protection of personal data related to disciplinary matters, including retention periods and data handling requirements.
Human Rights Act 1998: Legislation ensuring fair treatment, privacy rights, and maintenance of dignity in workplace disciplinary procedures.
Company Policies and Procedures: Internal organizational guidelines and protocols that must be followed during disciplinary processes to ensure consistency and fairness.
Employment Contract Terms: Specific contractual provisions that may affect how disciplinary matters are handled and what constitutes unprofessional behavior.
Collective Agreements: Any existing agreements between employer and trade unions or worker representatives that may impact disciplinary procedures.
Relevant Case Law: Previous employment tribunal and court decisions that establish precedents for handling disciplinary matters and unprofessional behavior.
