Grievance decision appeal letter template
Our Grievance Decision Appeal Letter template empowers employees to present well-structured appeals, facilitating a fair and efficient grievance resolution process.
- 1 page / 76 words.
- Last updated 01/03/2023.
- Designed for United Kingdom use.
- Suitable for use in other territories; check local laws first.
- Instantly download as Word / PDF / plain text, or send by email.
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Grievance decision appeal letter
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Grievance decision appeal
On [date] I was informed that Company had decided to [state decision and/or action by the company] based on my grievance which I raised on [date] to [person letter sent to].
I would like to appeal against this decision.
I wish the following information to be taken into account:
- [State reasons, mitigation, justification, etc.]
Please reply within 14 days from the date of this letter to confirm the proposed date for the appeal hearing.
Yours [faithfully | sincerely],
[Sender name]
[Sender job title]
[Sender telephone]
[Sender email]
[For, and on behalf of [Company name] ]
A Grievance Decision Appeal Letter is a formal letter written by an individual to appeal a decision made as part of a grievance process.
A grievance process typically involves a formal complaint being made about an issue or problem, often related to employment or a contractual dispute. The grievance process will involve an investigation and a decision made by the person or organisation responsible for the dispute resolution.
If the decision made as part of the grievance process is not satisfactory to the individual, they may choose to appeal the decision by writing a Grievance Decision Appeal Letter. The letter will outline the reasons why the decision is being appealed and provide supporting evidence, if any.
The appeal letter will usually be addressed to a higher authority who will review the case and make a final decision. It is important that the appeal letter is written in a clear and concise manner, outlining the reasons for the appeal and providing any relevant evidence to support the case.
It is usually delivered to the Employee by the Employer / HR.
It should be actioned as soon as possible after a decision is made.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I use this template in my small business?
Yes. The Grievance decision appeal letter template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
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Is this template compliant with 2025 UK employment law?
Absolutely. All of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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Can I customise it for my organisation?
Yes, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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Do I get instant access?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download it instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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What if I need more help, not just this template?
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include this template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
