Workplace disputes can happen in any employment relationship. It can impact employee morale, motivation and productivity and lead to an increase in absence and staff turnover.
This conference brings together Acas experts with leading guest speakers to examine the cost of conflict and how to avoid it, key considerations during Trade Union negotiations, and how to rebuild relationships damaged by conflict, including the use of mediation.
Business Need
Acas Research conducted in 2021 found that workplace conflict costs UK businesses approximately £28.5 billion per year - the equivalent of more than £1,000 per employee.
Adopting early and effective dispute resolution measures can reduce these costs and have a positive impact in terms of productivity, working relationships and the wellbeing of employees.
When introduced correctly, conflict resolution is a quicker and more cost-effective approach to rebuilding employee relations than formal discipline and grievance procedures.
With mediation and conflict resolution experts, employer case studies and the latest research, we will explore different strategies to help you understand and resolve conflict within your organisation.
Attend this event to get important advice as well as practical tips and takeaways to use in your workplace.