How to consult collectively with a remote workforce during the coronavirus pandemic

Author: Nick Chronias

Summary

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• Decide when consultation will be required.
• Identify the appropriate representatives with whom to consult.
• Facilitate the election of employee representatives remotely.
• Consult with individual employees where there are no nominees.
• Provide information to the appropriate representatives.
• Conduct the consultation process.
• Respond to requests to postpone consultation.
• Understand the "special circumstances" defence.