Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation that sets out basic employment rights, defines fair dismissal procedures, and establishes requirements for written statements in employment contexts.
Equality Act 2010: Ensures disciplinary actions are not discriminatory, protects characteristics such as disability, and requires consideration of reasonable adjustments where applicable.
ACAS Code of Practice on Disciplinary Procedures: Provides essential guidelines for fair warning procedures, best practices for handling attendance issues, and requirements for fair hearings and appeals processes.
GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Governs the handling of employee data, including absence records and personal information, ensuring compliance with data protection principles.
Access to Medical Reports Act 1988: Regulates access to and use of medical information and reports in employment contexts, particularly relevant when addressing health-related absences.
Working Time Regulations 1998: Legislation governing statutory leave entitlements and working time, crucial for accurate calculation and assessment of absence periods.
Company Absence Management Policy: Internal company guidelines that outline specific procedures and standards for managing employee attendance and addressing absenteeism.
Employment Contract: Individual agreement between employer and employee containing specific terms regarding attendance requirements and disciplinary procedures.
Collective Agreements: Any relevant agreements between the employer and trade unions or employee representatives that may affect disciplinary procedures.
Company Handbook: Internal document containing company policies and procedures relating to attendance management and disciplinary processes.
