ACAS Conciliation

Attempt to resolve your dispute through ACAS mediation

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Stage Overview

This stage provides resources about ACAS Early Conciliation, a free, confidential service for workplace disputes. Find guides and tools to help you understand the process, prepare for conciliation, and evaluate outcomes. ACAS conciliation is often required before other formal processes.

This package includes a comprehensive set of resources to guide you:4 tasks and 8 guides.

Stage Objectives

Why You Might Need This

Create a detailed, factual timeline of all relevant events.

Gather and organize all initial evidence, such as emails and documents.

Write a clear personal statement about the issue.

Understand the basic definition and purpose of a formal grievance.

What's Included

4 Actionable Tasks
8 In-Depth Guides
2 Expert Top Tips
2 Common Questions Answered

Focus on Facts

When documenting events, stick to objective facts: what happened, when, where, and who was involved. Avoid emotional language or assumptions for now.

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The information provided on this platform is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal advice tailored to your situation, please consult with a qualified employment solicitor.

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