What is gross misconduct?

The Employment Law & HR Podcast

In this episode 208 of the podcast I will explain what gross misconduct is so that you understand when circumstances arise that could be gross misconduct and steps to take.

In this episode of the podcast I cover:

• What is gross misconduct?
• The legal test for determining a fair dismissal for gross misconduct
• The difference between misconduct and gross misconduct
• Why it is important to set out what constitutes gross misconduct for your business or organisation in your disciplinary policy or rules
• What is wrongful dismissal?
• The connection between wrongful dismissal and unfair dismissal for gross misconduct
• Some interesting example cases
• 5 key points to consider and take action in relation to gross misconduct

Cases referred to:

Mr George v Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust

Ms E Greenaway-Evans v Countryside Properties (UK) Limited

Mr Pubbi v Your-Move.co.uk I also covered the case in detail in Podcast 197 Is it fair to dismiss an employee who fails to declare bankruptcy?

Basildon Academies v Amadi

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