Right To Accompaniment Explained

Summary

In England, employees have the right to be accompanied by a colleague or trade union representative during disciplinary and appeal hearings under Section 10 of the Employment Relations Act 1999. Employers may have specific policies regarding relatives, so its advisable to check your companys disciplinary policy. If denied accompaniment, consider raising a grievance. Additionally, under the Employment Rights Act 1996, employees are protected from unfair dismissal for raising health and safety concerns. Employers must adhere to proper procedures, including emergency plans for confined spaces. If involved in an employment tribunal, understanding these rights can strengthen your case.

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if my employer says a colleague cant accompany you as he is realted is that true
In England, under Section * of the Employment Relations Act *, you have the right to be accompanied by a colleague or a trade union representative at a disciplinary meeting. However, your employer might have specific policies regarding relatives. It might be worth checking your company's specific disciplinary policy.
is this also the same for an appeal i asked for a colleague can sit with me and was told on the day he was not aloud
Yes, the right to be accompanied by a colleague or a trade union representative also applies to appeal hearings. This is still covered under Section * of the Employment Relations Act *. If your employer denied this right, you may want to raise a grievance or seek further advice.
Is there anything else specific about your appeal hearing you need help with?
I am currently in an employment tribunal against my employer as i was dimmissed for refusing to do a task as i and health and saftey concerns regarding the emegency plan as this was to call * only. this was for confined space
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It sounds like you have a potentially strong case, especially since it involves health and safety concerns.
- Under the Employment Rights Act *, you have the right not to be unfairly dismissed for raising health and safety concerns.
- Employers must also follow proper procedures, including emergency plans for confined spaces.
Would you like more information on the tribunal process or specific advice on how to proceed with your case?
can you tell me more about the section * employment relations act *
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Section * of the Employment Relations Act * provides employees in England with the right to be accompanied by a colleague or a trade union representative at disciplinary or grievance hearings. Here are the key points:
- You have the right to be accompanied by a colleague or trade union representative.
- The companion can present your case, sum up, and respond on your behalf.
- Employers must allow this request and not unreasonably refuse it.
Would you need further information on how this applies to your specific situation?