LRD guides and handbook May 2013

Law at Work 2013

Chapter 6

Suspension

Often the employer may need to suspend a co-worker accused of harassment. Any suspension should be on full pay and the alleged harasser is entitled to be treated fairly (See Crawford v Suffolk Mental Health Partnership [2012] EWCA Civ 138). For more guidance, see the LRD guide for union reps Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures — a practical guide for union reps, 2012, price £7.30 www.lrdpublications.org.uk/publications.php?pub=BK&iss=1630