The tribunal system is up for reform again. The proposals, which are currently under consultation, come under 4 main headings:1) Reduce number of claims lodged by introducing fees in employment tribunals. 2) Encouraging settlements by enabling greater use of alternative dispute resolution. 3) Shortening tribunal hearings with witness statements to be read in advance by the judge. 4) Improving case management by making the power to strike out more flexible and increasing the deposit and cost limits for weak and vexatious claims. Ellis Whittam. Solicitors, March 2011
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