Common Questions
For Employees
Workplace issues can be confusing, stressful and sometimes overwhelming. Whether you're facing a disciplinary process, concerned about your pay, dealing with workplace conflict or simply unsure of your options, you're not alone.
Below are some of the most common questions employees ask when seeking support and guidance.
• I've been invited to a disciplinary meeting. What should I do?
• I've been suspended from work. What happens next?
• I've been accused of misconduct. How should I respond?
• I've been accused of gross misconduct. What does that mean?
• Can I take someone with me to a disciplinary meeting?
• I want to raise a grievance. How do I do it?
• I think I'm being bullied at work. What should I do?
• I think I'm being harassed at work. What are my options?
• I don't feel supported by my employer. What can I do?
• I think I'm being discriminated against at work.
• I raised concerns and now feel I'm being treated differently.
• What's the difference between a grievance and whistleblowing?
• I want to report wrongdoing at work. What should I do?
• I've been invited to an investigation meeting. What should I expect?
• My role is at risk of redundancy. What should I do?
• I've been invited to a redundancy consultation. What does it mean?
• My employer is restructuring. How could this affect me?
• My employer is transferring under TUPE. What are my rights?
• I don't think my maternity pay has been calculated correctly.
• What are my rights during maternity or paternity leave?
• Can my employer refuse flexible working?
• I've returned from maternity leave and my role has changed.
• My employer has reduced my hours. Can they do this?
• I think my wages have been deducted unfairly.
• My employer has stopped paying me sick pay.
• I've been signed off work with stress. What happens next?
• My GP says I'm fit for work with adjustments. What does that mean?
• Can my employer refuse workplace adjustments?
• My mental health is being affected by work. What should I do?
• My employer has asked me to sign a settlement agreement.
• Should I accept a settlement agreement?
• I think my dismissal was unfair. What can I do?
• My employer has breached my contract.
• My employer changed my contract without asking me.
• What is constructive dismissal?
• My manager is making work difficult. What should I do?
• What evidence should I keep during a workplace dispute?
• Do I need a solicitor for a workplace issue?
• When should I seek support for a workplace concern?
• I'm worried about losing my job. What should I do?
For Employers
Managing people can be one of the most rewarding parts of running a business, but it can also be one of the most challenging. Many small businesses do not have a dedicated HR team and can find themselves navigating difficult employee situations without clear guidance.
Below are some of the most common questions employers and business owners ask when seeking practical HR support and employee relations guidance.
• What should I do if an employee submits a fit note?
• How do reasonable adjustments work?
• An employee has raised concerns about discrimination. What should I do?
• What is my responsibility when handling a bullying or harassment complaint?
• How do I deal with a workplace conflict between employees?
• Can I refuse a flexible working request?
• What should I do if an employee wants to raise a whistleblowing concern?
• How do I prepare for a redundancy consultation?
• My business needs to restructure. What are the first steps?
• What are my obligations during a TUPE transfer?
• Can I change an employee's contract?
• How should I manage an employee during their probation period?
• What should I do if an employee resigns unexpectedly?
• When should I consider a settlement agreement?
• What records should I keep during employee relations processes?
• How can I reduce the risk of an employment tribunal claim?
• Do I need an HR policy handbook?
• How can I ensure my workplace processes are fair and consistent?
• At what point should I seek HR or legal support?
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