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Code of Practice 1 - Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures

Following the Dispute Resolution Review (DRR), the Government is changing the way we deal with problems at work.

As of 6 April 2009, as part of the DRR, Acas has revised its Code of Practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures and produced a new Code available to download from this page or view online.

Download the latest   Acas Code of Practice on Discipline and Grievance [1Mb] or Code of Practice 1 - Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures.

To accompany the new Code, Acas has produced a new non-statutory guide which provides information on handling discipline and grievance solutions in the workplace.

Acas Helpline

If you are dealing with a disciplinary or grievance within your organisation then the Acas Helpline could give you guidance on the procedures and best practice to help you resolve the problem.

Call the Acas helpline on 08457 47 47 47 for free and impartial advice.

Have you been approached by anyone claiming to be working in association with Acas?

If you think you have we've provided some advice and guidance on what to do and what to look out for to avoid Acas imitators.