Disciplinary and grievance procedures - a guide for union reps (November 2021)

Chapter 11

11. References following a disciplinary process

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In general, an employer is not obliged to give a reference. Any reference provided must be true, accurate and fair, but there is no duty to be full and comprehensive. An employer should never be asked to lie in a reference.


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