Grievances

Raising a grievance at work

If you have a complaint or problem at work that hasn’t been resolved, you may want to make a formal complaint. This is known as raising a grievance. There are a number of reasons that you might want to raise a grievance with your employer, this can include things such as: 

• the way you are being treated
• discrimination or bullying at work because of your religion, race, age and so on
• changes to your employment terms and conditions
• roles and responsibilities that you’ve been asked to take on

Call a Which? solicitor

Discuss your situation with us over the phone and get some initial advice for free*. Our friendly solicitors specialise in employment law and are experienced in resolving all kinds of issues with the process.

Common questions we can answer include:

• Can I only put in a grievance about certain matters?
• Who do I send my grievance to?
• What should happen after I submit a grievance?
• Am I allowed to bring somebody with me to a grievance meeting and, if so, who?
• Should the person who deals with my grievance be independent?
• Why didn’t the employer believe me?
• How do I challenge my employer’s decision if it does not uphold my grievance?
• My employer is taking a long time to deal with my grievance. Do I have to wait for the outcome before submitting a tribunal claim?

Our solicitor will also explain how Which? Legal may be able to help if you need further advice after your initial free consultation; it’s only £38** for your first month and £9/month thereafter. 

* Free 15 min call for some basic guidance and what your next steps could be.
** This is made up of a £29 joining fee and a first monthly payment at £9.