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Problems at Work

Here you can find information on how to solve problems at work relating to discrimination, harassment or bullying.
 
If you are having problems at work relating to discrimination, harassment or bullying the following websites will give you information.  You can also contact the employment tribunal.  It is unlawful to discriminate against a person at work because of their:
  • gender
  • race
  • disability
  • colour
  • nationality
  • ethnic or national origin
  • religion or belief
  • sexual orientation
  • age

Employment Tribunals

An employment tribunal deals with legal disputes to do with work. Before applying to an employment tribunal you should see if you can resolve your problem another way.  The website below can direct you to help dealing with a problem at work or help on applying to an employment tribunal.  You can also contact the Employment Tribunal public enquiry line.

Visit the Employment Tribunal website.

Employment Tribunal Public Enquiry Line: 0845 795 9775

Grievances

A grievance is a concern, problem or complaint that you raise with your employer.  Grievances may include problems with your job, your terms and conditions of work, your contract, your rights or the way you are being treated at work.  
 
The best way to raise a grievance with your employer is to have a meeting with your employer to explain your problem.  If you cannot resolve your grievance, visit the websites listed below for help.

Disciplinary Issue or Procedure

A disciplinary issue or procedure is where your employer has concerns about possible misconduct by you, which may include:  absence from work or the way you are working.  They will begin a disciplinary procedure with you which could lead to a disciplinary action.  A serious disciplinary action could include losing your job.
 
The first thing you should do when being involved in a disciplinary procedure is to talk with your employer.  There may be a misunderstanding that you can quickly clear up (for example showing a doctors note when you were absent from work).  If this does not solve the problem, visit the websites below for help. 
 
It is important to keep notes of the conversations you have, and exactly what happens and when.

Visit the DirectGov website for help with discrimination.

Visit the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) website for help with harassment or discrimination.

Visit the DirectGov section for help on resolving workplace disputes.

Visit the Community Legal Advice website for information and advice resolving problems at work.

Visit the Gangmasters Licensing Authority website.
Here you can find information about how to report your employer if you are being mistreated.  They have information translated into a variety of languages. 

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