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ACAS - The Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service
The Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service (ACAS) in the United Kingdom plays a crucial role in resolving workplace disputes and promoting good employment relations. Established in 1974, ACAS provides impartial advice and guidance to both employers and employees on various employment-related matters.
One of ACAS's primary functions is to offer conciliation services to help resolve disputes between employers and employees without the need for formal legal proceedings. This involves a trained ACAS advisor facilitating communication between the parties to reach a mutually acceptable resolution. ACAS's involvement can help save time and resources for both employers and employees while fostering a more cooperative workplace environment.
ACAS also provides guidance on employment law, best practices, and HR policies. Their publications and training sessions aim to educate employers and employees on their rights and responsibilities, contributing to better workplace relationships and compliance with employment legislation.
In addition to conciliation and guidance, ACAS conducts research to inform policy development and improve employment practices. This research helps identify emerging trends and issues in the labor market, allowing ACAS to adapt its services to meet the evolving needs of workplaces across the UK.
Overall, ACAS plays a pivotal role in creating a fair and productive work environment by offering valuable services that contribute to effective dispute resolution, improved communication, and the development of sound employment practices.
Useful links from: HOW A REDUNDANCY WORKS - General Information
- Redundancy: Your Rights Information detailing your rights during the redundancy process from GOV.UK
- Redundancy Pay Calculator Calculate your statutory redundancy pay from .GOV.UK
- ACAS: Redundancy Information from the ACAS, the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service
- Redundancy advice from the Citizens Advice Bureau Information covering several different aspects of the redundancy process
- Redundancy advice from 'Which? ' Things you need to know if you are at risk of being made redundant.
- Redundancy advice from Moneysavingexpert.com Advice on managing a redundancy from money saving expert Martin Lewis.
- Employment tribunals Information including how to make a claim, winning and losing your case, fees and other legislation.
- Citizens Advice Bureau The CAB has dedicated services for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland .
- Jobcentre Plus Jobcentre Plus is a brand used by the Department for Work and Pensions in the United Kingdom.
- The National Careers Service Providing careers information, advice and guidance. They can help you make decisions at all stages in your career.
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