The new Tax Year is in full swing and a range of changes have already been implemented. With a rise on the personal income Tax threshold, already been actioned. However, another focus is the aim of reducing the amount of Employment Tribunals that take place every year. The Government assessed this situation last July and introduced Employment Tribunal Fees for individuals. This fee is dependent on the financial situation of the claimant, the type of claim they are submitting and if they qualify for fee remission. From this change, there has been a fall in the amount of claims for unfair dismissals and other employment disputes. The Government plan to continue to reduce the amount of Employment Tribunals, so that they will only be used as a last resort for any employment disagreements. The process on submitting a case for unfair dismissal or other complaints against employers has altered with a new direction to take. Firstly, the employee would be required to inform the Conciliation Service (ACAS), who will see if the dispute can be settled prior to taking any further action. ACAS will try to explore a settlement that both the employee and employer are happy with. If no mutual agreement is made at this point, ACAS will allow the case to be moved forward to the Employment Tribunal. Click Here To Read More of the Article