Unfair dismissal: misconduct: particular types of misconduct
A note considering how tribunals and courts have approached the fairness of dismissals based on various different types of misconduct. For information on the general principles applicable to the fairness of dismissal for misconduct, including the adequacy of investigations and the use of disciplinary rules and procedures, see Practice note, Unfair dismissal: misconduct.
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