Ensuring fairness and proper documentation is key to defending an unfair dismissal claim.
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No, an employee doesn’t need to be signed back to work by a doctor unless their employer specifically requires it, such as for health and safety reasons. Fitness to work should be discussed at the return to work meeting.
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Read moreMake repeated contact attempts, document everything, and invite them to a meeting. If no valid reason emerges, manage under your disciplinary policy.
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Read moreInvestigatory notes, statements, letters/invitations, evidence considered, outcome letters, and appeal records. Store securely and only as long as necessary.
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