Disciplinary hearing

pioneer2000 · 24 Oct 2011 at 18:49

Had a lovely letter left on my desk this afternoon...

Been told its on Thurs afternoon, do I have the right to ask for it after the weekend... In order to seek advice?

mistercrabb · 24 Oct 2011 at 18:51

I'll give you a sensible answer when you let us know what it's for

rexehuk · 24 Oct 2011 at 18:53

I think the real question is...

Was it worth the grab? Did it feel good?

pioneer2000 · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:15

I was hoping for someone in the know to tell me if this is something I can demand? Obviously 2 evenings to prepare a response / find someone to represent isn't really feasible.

Elixir · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:17

Legally I have no idea, you could just ask them? What did you do?

EndlessSky · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:20

It depends on your company policy and the wording in their disciplinary procedure but best practice usually dictates a minimum of 48 hours notice.

So Thursday isn't deemed unreasonable, even if you feel it is I'm afraid. But it's worth asking if they will delay it and state your reasons with regard to representation.

joey1211 · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:20

Without he background info, nope!

rexehuk · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:25

It seems odd that they'd give you a disciplinary unless you have done something wrong... you must be able to think

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aproctor · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:28

Is the OP a PITA?

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18307090

ElliottJames · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:33

What's the reasoning behind it?

MrMoonX · 24 Oct 2011 at 20:37

they have to give you reasonable notice, most places is 7 days I don't think 48 hours is sufficient, but hey let them crack on **** it up and screw them for it

pioneer2000 · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:04

Unsatisfactory standard of work is the jist of it. So, does anyone actually know about this to give advice?

Bear · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:08

Phone up Acas as they should tell you if it is within their rights to give you 48 hours notice or not.

Vonhelmet · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:11

You can probably take someone in with you, be it a union rep, a solicitor, a friend, a colleague... You can take minutes, but good luck getting anyone on the other side of the desk to witness your version of events, so if you expect disputes over what is said in the meeting then you may want a friend in there with you.

Turambar · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:13

Is this letter the first you have heard about this disciplinary action? If so give ACAS a call for advice on how to proceed.

pioneer2000 · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:19

Yes, first letter - I'm struggling to see how I can arrange any evidence / person to come with me when i'm going to be at work during the day.

Thanks - I'll try ACAS in the morning.

shine · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:40

Have a read of this:

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Employment/ResolvingWorkplaceDisputes/Disciplinaryprocedures/DG_10028115

Luke · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:41

I belive 48 hours is the legal minimum and is designed to allow you to obtain representation for the hearing.

eddie101 · 24 Oct 2011 at 21:50

pioneer2000 said:
I was hoping for someone in the know to tell me if this is something I can demand? Obviously 2 evenings to prepare a response / find someone to represent isn't really feasible.

48hrs is the minimum legal requirement AFAIK

darael · 24 Oct 2011 at 22:14

After reading the above-linked thread, it seems to me they are trying to push you out. Maybe this is or isn't what you want to hear, but I would prepare for the worst.