Appeal not allowed

KBowen

I received, what I considered, an unfair written warning following a very rushed disciplinary (two weeks from initial meeting to letter) in relation to what my employer believed was poor performance in my role. I had plenty of ‘evidence’ to show that their investigation was flawed and rushed and that the disciplinary decision was made without access to all the facts. I lodged an appeal as I wanted to clear my otherwise clean work record of 35+ yrs. My employer delayed proceedings stating they could not get a panel together to hear the appeal. I found another job, resigned and worked my notice leaving on good terms. However I still wanted to clear my name but my ex-employer now says (after 3 months of considering their position) that as I am no longer employed there they do not have to hold an appeal meeting. If asked for a reference they say that they will comment that I left while an appeal was in progress.

I can’t find out whether what they are saying is correct. I’d like to clear my name but I cannot afford to seek legal advice. I’d really appreciate any advice.

lincroft1710

If you were so confident you would win an appeal, why did you find another job? You now have 2 years of working without any job security.

Sorry if this may sound a bit harsh, but your previous employer probably doesn't want to waste time and money on something which would only satisfy an ex-employee's ego and bring no benefit to the company.

ohreally

KBowen wrote: »

I’d really appreciate any advice.

Pick your battles, this isn't one of them.

ReadingTim

Your ex-employer has provided a statement of fact - you resigned while an appeal was in progress. What part of that isn't true? Furthermore, you've got another job, so what's the worry? Other than your ego, what has actually been damaged?

If you're that bothered, as if they could provide a statement of employment - that 'you worked there as [job title] from [start date] to [end date] and were paid £[salary] per year' - that's all many companies provide anyway.

As ohreally says, pick your battles, this isn't one of them.

sangie595

KBowen wrote: »

I received, what I considered, an unfair written warning following a very rushed disciplinary (two weeks from initial meeting to letter) in relation to what my employer believed was poor performance in my role. I had plenty of ‘evidence’ to show that their investigation was flawed and rushed and that the disciplinary decision was made without access to all the facts. I lodged an appeal as I wanted to clear my otherwise clean work record of 35+ yrs. My employer delayed proceedings stating they could not get a panel together to hear the appeal. I found another job, resigned and worked my notice leaving on good terms. However I still wanted to clear my name but my ex-employer now says (after 3 months of considering their position) that as I am no longer employed there they do not have to hold an appeal meeting. If asked for a reference they say that they will comment that I left while an appeal was in progress.

I can’t find out whether what they are saying is correct. I’d like to clear my name but I cannot afford to seek legal advice. I’d really appreciate any advice.

There is no independent body to whom you can appeal. It's over. Let it go.