How representatives are chosen can depend on how many employees are interested in doing that work. the number of representatives is suitable based on the number of employees – too few would mean a risk of employees not being appropriately represented, too many could make it difficult to reach agreement.

representatives represent all employees and cover all parts of the organisation.How employee representatives are chosenĪll employees must be represented effectively. This so they have the chance to share their views. It's a good idea to inform employees or any existing representatives (such as trade union representatives) before finalising the arrangements for electing or appointing negotiating representatives. assume any existing trade union representatives will automatically represent employees.appoint employee representatives yourself.appointed, if one of them offers to be a representative and other employees agree.the matters that will require consultationįor negotiations to start, you must arrange as soon as possible for employees to choose their representatives.how informing and consulting will happen.In terms of the law, 'negotiating' means that you and employee representatives discuss things together to agree on: You must start negotiating an information and consultation agreement, if there’s not a valid agreement already and either:

Making a claim to an employment tribunal.Discrimination, bullying and harassment.

Dealing with a problem raised by an employee.

Health, safety and wellbeing when working from home.

Supporting mental health in the workplace.

Consulting employees and their representatives.

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