Dispute resolution
Explore our resources on the nature of conflict and approaches to managing conflict in the workplace
Disputes and conflict at work can be stressful and time-consuming for both employers and employees; effective dispute resolution can help to minimise this. In this section you'll find information on employee and industrial relations, conflict management and mediation, trade union recognition and industrial action.
Factsheets
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Tackling bullying and conflict at work - guide for HR professionals
Practical advice on how HR can tackle workplace bullying and conflict
Guides
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Dealing with bullying and workplace conflict: a guide for line managers
This guide will help you proactively tackle bullying and workplace disputes
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Mediation: an approach to resolving workplace issues
A joint publication by the CIPD and Acas aiming to help employers, trade unions and employees decide when and whether mediation may be suitable
Reports
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Bullying and incivility at work: An evidence review
This evidence review summarises the research on the key drivers of bullying and incivility and offers recommendations to help employers maintain healthy relationships among staff
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Managing conflict in the modern workplace
Read our latest research on conflict management in the modern workplace, covering the challenges people professionals face, insights to act upon, and links to further guidance for people managers
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Workplace conflict: employee experiences
Explore our survey findings on employees’ workplace conflict experiences, focusing on the nature of conflict and how it's dealt with inside the organisation