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Employment Tribunal Guides

Practical guidance for every stage of ET proceedings.

Guides1 July 2026

Understanding ET1 Time Limits: The 3-Month Rule Explained

The limitation period for most Employment Tribunal claims is 3 months minus 1 day from the date of the act complained of. But how does the ACAS Early Conciliation extension work?

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Guides28 June 2026

What Is ACAS Early Conciliation? A Complete Guide

Before you can file an ET1 claim, you must contact ACAS for Early Conciliation. This guide explains the process, timelines, and how it affects your limitation period.

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Compensation25 June 2026

Vento Bands 2024/25: How Much Can You Claim for Injury to Feelings?

The Presidential Guidance sets three bands for injury to feelings awards. Lower: £1,100–£11,200. Middle: £11,200–£33,700. Upper: £33,700–£56,200. Here is how tribunals decide.

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Documents20 June 2026

How to Write a Witness Statement for the Employment Tribunal

Your witness statement is your evidence-in-chief. It must be clear, chronological, and referenced to the hearing bundle. This guide shows you the correct format.

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Process15 June 2026

Disclosure in the Employment Tribunal: What You Must Provide

Standard disclosure requires both parties to provide documents relevant to the issues. But what counts as relevant, and what happens if the respondent withholds documents?

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Hearing10 June 2026

10 Cross-Examination Techniques for the Employment Tribunal

Cross-examination is your opportunity to challenge the respondent witnesses. Use the 5-part structure: Confirm, Foundation, Challenge, Concession, Put Case.

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