Podcast: Investigating allegations of improper conduct
Should you always suspend when investigating allegations of improper conduct? Do you need to offer witnesses anonymity? And how do you deal with an employee who obstructs the smooth running of the disciplinary process?
Blair Adams, partner at Winckworth Sherwood, guides you through the tricky issues that can arise when investigating allegations of improper conduct, such as sexual or racial harassment, bullying or discrimination. Blair also discusses some common mistakes and process points to have in mind, including issues relating to the role of HR and decision-makers.
If you're emphasising to your workforce the importance of diversity and inclusion, then you can't ignore issues like discrimination and harassment.
Blair Adams
Want to learn more?
- Letter inviting employee suspected of misconduct to investigatory meeting
- Addressing and preventing workplace bullying
- Checklist for conducting investigatory meeting
- Employment law guide: Disciplinary rules and procedures
- More episodes from The XpertHR Podcast
