Settlement agreements guidance and templates. Free to download and use.
A settlement agreement can be used by both sides in a dispute to resolve a problem or end employment. You should also follow the Acas Code of Practice on settlement agreements.
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Guidance
Settlement agreements guidance (PDF, 511KB)
Settlement agreements guidance (Word version, 243KB)
Settlement agreement template
Using the settlement agreement template
Letters to start settlement discussions
Template letters to initiate settlement discussions under s111A of the Employment Rights Act 1996.