GRIEVANCE MEETING PREPARATION SHEET
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BEFORE THE MEETING
[ ] Re-read your grievance letter — you will be asked to explain it
[ ] Prepare a one-page summary: the 5 key points, in order
[ ] Number your evidence bundle with page references
[ ] Confirm your companion (colleague or union rep) — s.10 ERA 1999 right
[ ] Send any new documents to the grievance manager 48h ahead
[ ] Prepare answers to the hard questions:
      - "Why did you not report this at the time?"
      - "What outcome would resolve this for you?"
      - "Did you do anything to contribute?"

AT THE MEETING
[ ] Companion takes notes; you speak
[ ] Stick to the letter — do not introduce brand-new allegations verbally
[ ] Ask for every promised action to be minuted with a date
[ ] If asked a question you cannot answer: "I will confirm in writing."
[ ] Ask: "When will I receive the written outcome, and does it include
      the right of appeal?"

AFTER THE MEETING (same day)
[ ] Email corrections to the notes if anything is wrong or missing
[ ] Update your master chronology
[ ] Diarise the outcome deadline + 5 days for a chase

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your facts. For advice on your case: ACAS 0300 123 1100.
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