Start a disciplinary procedure in relation to a trade union representative
Key points
Where an employee who is subject to disciplinary proceedings is a trade union representative, the employer should be careful to avoid any suggestion of victimisation against the employee because of their union involvement.
The "Acas code of practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures" suggests further steps for employers to take in these circumstances, in addition to following the normal disciplinary procedure.
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