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Our Deferral of Jury Service Request Letter Template eases the burden of jury service, enabling employees to manage work commitments effectively.
Use this model letter to write to the court in support of an employee's application for the deferral of jury service where the reasons for the application are work related.
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Request for deferral of Jury Service
As [name of employee's employer, we are writing in support of their application to [have their jury service deferred to a later date] OR [be excused from jury service].
We have seen a copy of their Jury Summons and we note that their jury service is scheduled to start on [date] and is likely to last for up to [number - usually two] weeks.
At this time, [name]'s current work commitments are such that their absence from the workplace would cause undue hardship and potentially substantial harm to the business. In particular (specify reason from list below, providing further detail as necessary):
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The purpose of the Deferral of Jury Service Request Letter Template is to allow an employee to formally request a deferral of their jury service to a later date.
Jury service is a civic duty, but it can create challenges for individuals who have work commitments that cannot be easily rescheduled. The template provides a formal and professional way for employees to request a postponement of their jury duty, allowing them to manage their work responsibilities and personal commitments more effectively.
Follow these best practice actions to get the most from the Deferral of jury service request letter template, guiding you before, during, and after implementation:
| Step | Description | Responsibility | Timing |
| 1 | Jury Service Notification: The employee notifies the employer of their selection for jury service and provides relevant details. | Employee | N/A |
| 2 | Review Company Policies: Review company policies related to jury service and deferral options. | HR / Management Team | Day 1 |
| 3 | Employee Meeting: Schedule a meeting with the employee to discuss their situation and determine the need for deferral. | HR / Management Team | Day 3 |
| 4 | Prepare Deferral Request Letter: Create a comprehensive Deferral of Jury Service Request Letter, including the reason for the deferral and requested new dates. | HR / Management Team | Day 5 |
| 5 | Issue the Request Letter: After confirming the deferral request details, issue the Deferral of Jury Service Request Letter to the appropriate authorities, requesting approval for the deferral. | HR / Management Team | Day 7 (Or as deemed appropriate) |
This Deferral of jury service request letter template incorporates relevant UK laws and HR standards, including those listed below:
Employees who have been summoned for jury service can apply to be excused or to have the service deferred in certain circumstances.
A Company cannot apply for deferral on the employee's behalf, but it can write a letter supporting the employee's application, for example if their absence would cause difficulty to the organisation.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Employees have the right to request time off for certain public duties, including jury service.
Jury Act 1974: This legislation governs the rules and procedures for jury service in the UK.
Equality Act 2010: Employers must ensure that they do not discriminate against employees based on their jury service obligations.
Working Time Regulations 1998: Employees' working hours and rest breaks may need to be adjusted to accommodate jury service.
The Civil Procedure Rules: This sets out the legal procedures for requesting deferral or exemption from jury service.
Yes. The Deferral of jury service request 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.
Absolutely. As with the Deferral of jury service request letter template, 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.
Yes, we highlight the areas of the Deferral of jury service request letter template 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.
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the Deferral of jury service request letter template 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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