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Acas New SME Workplace Conflict Research


Acas has new research conducted by NatCen Social Research into the experience of employers in micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with disputes and conflict at work.

Findings from the research highlights that on an organisational level, disciplinary and grievance issues had financial impacts for employers due to the time and cost of resolving disputes and the costs of financial settlements.

Acas has advice and guidance on handling workplace disputes: https://www.acas.org.uk/dealing-with-workplace-problems. Download the Cost of Conflict Communications Toolkit for further resources and support.

If you have any questions or queries regarding workplace disputes, call the free Acas helpline for advice and support: 0300 123 1100.