Witness Tampering In Tribunals

Summary

In England, it is generally permissible for parties to contact former employers for relevant information in a tribunal case. However, inducing them to lie or provide false statements is illegal and can be considered perjury or witness tampering. If you suspect any improper behavior, it is advisable to report it to the tribunal authorities.

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Tysm im in England can the respondent contact my old employers
Hey! In England, it's also illegal to induce witnesses to lie or provide false statements. This behavior can be considered perjury or witness tampering. Have you reported this behavior to the tribunal or relevant authorities?
Thank you! Are they allowed to contact my ex employers for information about me?
In Scotland, contacting ex-employers for genuine information is typically allowed, but inducing them to lie or provide false statements is illegal. You should report any suspicious behavior to the tribunal authorities. Have you considered reporting this incident formally?
Thank you, can they ask them if I have ever made complaints about harassment before
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In Scotland, it is generally permissible for a party to contact former employers for information relevant to a case. However, if they are seeking to influence or induce false statements, that is illegal.
Given your situation, have you considered reporting any suspicious behavior formally to the tribunal authorities?
Thank you is it permissable in England
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In England, it is generally permissible for a party to contact former employers for relevant information. However, inducing them to lie or provide false statements is illegal. If you suspect improper behavior, consider reporting it to the tribunal authorities.
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