Grievance Policy - Reviewed: June 2026

In this section

1. Introduction
2. Definition
3. Scope
4. General Principles
5. Roles and Responsibilities
6. Raising a Grievance – Informal Procedure
7. Raising a Grievance – Formal Procedure
8. Grievance Meetings

9. Grievances from employees who have left or leave the Authority during the Procedure
10. Keeping Records
11. Training and Support
12. Monitoring this Policy and Procedure
13. Ensuring Equality of Opportunity
APPENDIX A - The Role of the Companion
APPENDIX B - Formal Grievance Procedure
APPENDIX C - Preparing for a Formal Grievance Meeting – Guidance for Managers

9. Grievances from employees who have left or leave the Authority during the Procedure

Wherever possible a grievance should be raised and dealt with before an employee leaves employment. However, if an employee lodges a grievance after leaving employment then the Authority is under no obligation to hear the grievance.

In these circumstances, line managers are advised to seek advice from the HR Team.