The law and grievance resolution in the workplace: a guide for DNs.
Disputes at work are never pleasant and can lead to long term strain on the relationship between district nurses and managers. It is in the best interest of both to deal with any problems openly and fairly. The legislation relating to workplace grievances and claims arising from these to an employment tribunal changed on 6th April 2009. The new framework requires grievances to be resolved by both the employer and employee working together and abiding by a revised statutory Code of Practice from the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS, 2009a). It is, therefore, important that district nurses are aware of the new law, the Code and their rights in the event of a grievance at work.
School of Health Science, Swansea University, UK. richard.griffith@swan.ac.uk
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