Matthew Banham Discusses Lessons for Employers in Lexology PRO

Lexology PRO quoted Matthew Banham in its article, “Unfair dismissal at Barclays: the mistakes employers can learn from,” on August 14. Banham discussed how an employment tribunal found Barclays liable for unfair dismissal due to a flawed misconduct investigation, highlighting key lessons for employers on the importance of thorough and fair disciplinary procedures.

“First-hand accounts are vital as second-hand notes rob examiners of the ability to fairly test credibility. Investigators should pursue with equal vigour lines of inquiry that may undermine the complainant or support the accused, giving equal weight to incriminating and exculpatory evidence.”

The full article is available here.