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Acas code of practice aims to cut number of costly employment tribunal cases.

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Amendments to the Employment Act 2008 will benefit UK businesses by simplifying the system for handling workplace problems, particularly disciplinary issues and grievances, according to employment relations service Acas.

A new code of practice from Acas provides guidelines for employers and employees in workplace disputes. It is designed to encourage firms and their staff to settle their differences early and avoid costly employment tribunals. This approach places less emphasis on the mechanics of managing disciplinary matters and offers more flexibility to solve problems before they escalate. Tribunals now have the power to adjust awards if employers or employees fail unreasonably to comply with the code.

Acas will provide a free early conciliation service in certain cases...

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