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<p>If you are managing an employee grievance, the toolkit brings together practical HR templates covering investigation, meetings, mediation, appeals and outcomes.</p>
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[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Outcome of Grievance Appeal Hearing
Private and Confidential
Further to the grievance appeal hearing held on [Hearing Date], I am writing to confirm the outcome of your appeal against the original grievance decision communicated to you on [Original Outcome Date].
The appeal was considered by [Appeal Chair Name / Job Title]. Also present were [HR Representative / Note-taker / Other Attendees, as applicable]. The purpose of the hearing was to consider the grounds of your appeal, review the relevant information and determine whether the original grievance outcome should be upheld, changed or reconsidered.
1. Background and grounds of appeal
Your original grievance concerned [briefly describe the subject of the grievance]. The outcome communicated on [Original Outcome Date] was that [summarise the original decision].
You appealed against that decision on [Appeal Date], setting out the following principal grounds:
2. Matters considered
In reaching the appeal decision, I considered the following information:
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A grievance appeal hearing outcome confirmation letter records the decision reached after an employee challenges an earlier grievance outcome. It provides a clear written explanation of the appeal decision, the main reasons for reaching it and any actions that will follow. A well-structured letter helps employees understand how their concerns have been considered and supports a transparent, consistent process.
Use this template after the appeal hearing has taken place and the appeal decision-maker has considered the relevant information. The appeal should be handled impartially and in accordance with the organisation's grievance procedure. Where possible, the appeal should be heard by a manager who has not previously been involved in the grievance or its original outcome.
The letter should identify the original grievance outcome and the grounds of appeal, then state whether the appeal is upheld, partially upheld or not upheld. Explain the principal reasons for the decision, including the relevant evidence and any findings that differ from the original outcome. Avoid vague conclusions that leave the employee unclear about what was decided or why.
Where the appeal identifies shortcomings or further steps are required, specify the actions to be taken, who is responsible and the expected timescale. Actions might include reviewing a procedure, providing management guidance, correcting a record or arranging a follow-up discussion. Protect the confidentiality of other employees and do not disclose personal or disciplinary information that the employee is not entitled to receive.
Confirm whether the appeal concludes the internal grievance procedure or whether any further internal stage is available under the organisation's policy. Do not describe the decision as legally final in all circumstances or imply that statutory rights have been removed. If the appeal raises complex legal issues, discrimination allegations or other significant risks, consult HR or an employment-law adviser before issuing the letter.
By using a consistent outcome letter, employers can communicate decisions professionally, demonstrate that the appeal has been considered and maintain a reliable record of the grievance process. The wording should always reflect the actual findings, the organisation's procedure and the circumstances of the case.
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It should confirm the hearing and decision, summarise the appeal grounds, explain the reasons for the findings, identify any resulting actions and explain any further internal steps available under the organisation's procedure.
Yes. The appeal decision-maker may uphold some grounds but reject others. The letter should explain each material conclusion separately and identify any actions that will follow.
Where possible, the appeal should be handled impartially by a manager who has not previously been involved in the grievance or the original decision. The person should have appropriate authority to decide the appeal.
The ACAS Code says the appeal outcome should be communicated in writing without unreasonable delay. Aim to issue the letter promptly once the decision-maker has considered the evidence and reached a decision.
This depends on the organisation's grievance procedure. Check the policy before confirming whether the internal process has concluded. Do not suggest that an internal decision removes any statutory rights the employee may have.
HRDocBox provides structured, customisable HR templates designed for UK workplace processes. AI can help tailor wording, but the outcome letter should reflect the actual appeal findings, current ACAS guidance, the organisation's procedure and the circumstances of the case.
How this content is developed and reviewed
The Grievance appeal hearing outcome confirmation letter template is developed using a practical HR methodology that considers current UK employment legislation, ACAS guidance, CIPD good practice and the real-world HR process it supports. Templates and supporting information are regularly reviewed and updated, with additional reviews triggered by significant changes to legislation, guidance or established HR practice, helping ensure each document remains practical, relevant and suitable for UK employers.
Darryl Horn, Chartered HR Director
Darryl is a Chartered HR professional with over 25 years' experience in senior HR and employee relations roles.
He has extensive practical experience of managing grievance HR processes and founded hrdocbox to provide businesses with practical, professionally developed HR resources grounded in UK employment law and best practice.
HRDocBox has been creating practical UK HR documents since 2009.
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