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Early Conciliation 11 June 2014

This overview provides information on the purpose and implementation of Early Conciliation, a process aimed at resolving workplace disputes before they escalate to an Employment Tribunal. It discusses the steps involved, the benefits for businesses and employees, and the potential future improvements, including the involvement of unions.

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Early Conciliation 11 June 2014

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  1. Early Conciliation 11 June 2014

  2. Overview • Purpose of Early Conciliation • Past experience - Statutory Dispute Resolution Procedures - Pre Claim Conciliation • What is Early Conciliation? • Early Conciliation in practice • What does the future hold?

  3. Early Conciliation in practice (1) Purpose of Early Conciliation: • Early Resolution of Workplace Disputes which is fair and equitable for both sides • If there is an Employment Tribunal it is simplified and user friendly • Help businesses feel more confident about hiring people

  4. Early Conciliation in practice (2) • UNISON pilot • MOJ Consultation on Fees

  5. Early Conciliation in practice (3) In force – 6th May 2014 3 Steps: • Prospective Claimant completes Early Conciliation Notification Form (ECNF) • ACAS contacts prospective Claimant • ACAS issues Early Conciliation Certification

  6. Early Conciliation in practice (4) • Issues: • The form - Basic information - If more than one Respondent - Union representation • Contact - Past research employees experience - Employees knowledge - Voluntary 3. Time limits

  7. Early Conciliation in practice (5) • Two year qualification period • Cap on compensation • Fees

  8. Early Conciliation in practice (6) • Improvements for the future • Committed conciliation • Involvement of Unions

  9. Conclusion • LELR • www.Thompsons.law.co.uk

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