An employer must give reasonable consideration to an employee's explanation for misconduct no matter how far-fetched that explanation may seem. An employer must fully investigate all the circumstances surrounding a disciplinary matter, including any explanation provided by an employee for their behaviour, in order to avoid a finding of unfair dismissal. For further information read here>>
Nicola is a Legal Assistant in the Employment Law Team at Hillyer McKeown LLP. If you would like to contact Nicola please email her at nicola.cuggy@law.uk.com
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