Investigation Policy - June 2026
In this section
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Scope
- 3. Procedure
- 4. Appointing an Investigating Officer
- 5. People Services - HR Business Partner (HRBP)
- 6. Employee Responsibilities
- 7. Sickness Absence During an Investigation
- 8. Notification of an Investigation
- 9. Representation
- 10. Recording an Investigation Meeting
- 11. Timescale
- 12. Support for Employees
- 13. Confidentiality
- 14. Ensuring Equality of Treatment
- Appendix 1 - Guidelines for Investigating Officers
- Appendix 2 - Template Terms of Reference for Investigation
- Appendix 3 - Investigation Planning Template
- Appendix 4 - Template Investigation Meeting Record
- Appendix 5 - Investigation Officer’s Report Template
- Appendix 6 - Protocol for Disciplinary Hearing
- Appendix 7 - Questioning Approaches to Use
1. Introduction
Carmarthenshire County Council undertakes internal investigations in response to a range of incidents and events. This policy lays down the procedure to be followed when an internal investigation requires witness statements from staff as part of an investigation or from those who are or may become the subject of the investigation.
This policy is to ensure that all investigations are carried out promptly, in a fair manner to the individuals concerned, allowing individuals to respond to the allegations made against them. It also respects their rights to confidentiality and explains the role of the companion at the informal investigation stage.
Investigation Policy - June 2026