Managing individual conflict in the contemporary British workplace

Saundry, R., Adam, D., Ashman, I., Forde, C., Wibberley, G. and Wright, S. 2016. Managing individual conflict in the contemporary British workplace. Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS).

TitleManaging individual conflict in the contemporary British workplace
AuthorsSaundry, R., Adam, D., Ashman, I., Forde, C., Wibberley, G. and Wright, S.
Abstract

This report provides a detailed analysis of findings from a qualitative research project that sought to extend our understanding of the management of conflict in British workplaces and how this is being shaped by the regulatory environment. It also examines the influence of the Acas Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures.

Year2016
PublisherAdvisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS)
Publication dates
Published2016
ISBN9781908370648
Web address (URL)http://www.acas.org.uk/media/pdf/c/4/Managing-individual-conflict-in-the-contemporary-british-workplace.pdf

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