The Valla guide to
Grievances at work

A grievance is a formal way to make a complaint to your employer about a problem at work.

If you have been unable to resolve your issue through informal means, a grievance can help get your employer to take the problem more seriously.

Where to start

How to raise a formal grievance

Raising a formal grievance can help resolve work issues or be the first step for an Employment Tribunal case. Learn the best ways to approach your grievance letter.

7 minute read

Your employer's obligations when you have a grievance at work

When you're dealing with a difficult situation at work, it's hard to know what to expect from your employer. Learn the typical procedure for raising a grievance.

5 minute read

Grievance guides

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Templates you can use in grievance cases

These document and letter templates are useful in cases of grievance.

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