Mock Employment Tribunal

Employment tribunals are becoming increasingly complex and according to the latest statistics from the Ministry of Justice, the number of claims has significantly increased: new single claims have increased by 54% and the ET's open case load has increased by 49% compared to the same period the previous year.

For public sector organisations, the stakes are even higher with cost pressures, limited ability to settle cases and heightened expectations around fairness, transparency, and accountability.

Mock Employment Tribunals offer HR and People leaders a practical, engaging way to explore real-life scenarios in a safe learning environment. This session will help strengthen decision‑making, understanding the impact of how choices can be scrutinised by the legal system. It will build confidence in handling sensitive cases, and deepen understanding of how the Employment Tribunal system works.

To support this development, we have partnered with Ward Hadaway to deliver a Mock Tribunal focusing on disability discrimination and make reasonable adjustments- an exciting opportunity to participate in/observe an employment tribunal case and experience questioning from a professional advocate.

For HR teams across local government, education, health, and other public bodies, Employment Tribunal involvement can be daunting. This mock Employment Tribunal will provide a useful insight into the process and formalities of a hearing, as well as an opportunity to give evidence and ask questions about proper procedure and conduct. This immersive session will walk you step‑by‑step through how an Employment Tribunal unfolds - from opening statements and cross‑examination to legal arguments and the final judgment.

All participants will receive the full case scenario, allowing them to review the facts, identify key issues, and be prepared to follow the Employment Tribunal proceedings in real time. Some lucky attendees will be invited to be witnesses and experience being cross examined. Everyone will have a chance to be involved in group exercises as the morning progresses

What you’ll gain from attending:

• A clear understanding of how Employment Tribunals assess evidence and employer decision‑making
• First-hand insight into how documentation, investigation quality, and procedural fairness influence outcomes
  Awareness of the common mistakes HR teams make in discrimination cases
• Practical guidance on reducing legal risk within your organisation
• Strategies for strengthening internal policies, processes, and manager capability
• Greater confidence in handling complex employee relations cases
• Live commentary from specialist employment lawyers throughout the hearing

This event is designed for senior HR and Employee Relations professionals who want a deeper legal understanding, stronger risk management skills, and exposure to a realistic tribunal process in a safe, controlled learning environment.

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Castlefield Recruitment, Oldham Street, Manchester, United Kingdom

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