I think this subject has cropped up before, but I can't track it down in
the archives so sorry if I'm going over old ground.
The situation is that an internal grievance procedure has been investigated
and concluded. The intention then is to keep the working papers on the
investigation for two years, but to keep a summary of findings and
decisions on the files of the complainant and respondent indefintely.
My view is that indefinitely breaches the 5th principle. So how long would
be reasonable to maintain these summaries?
a. 2 years (until the working papers are destroyed)
b. Until the staff member/s leave
c. 3 months after the alleged offence(beyond which I understand there's no
recourse to an industrial tribunal)
d. Some other period
And if the findings were that no offence took place (or it was unproven)
should the information be retained at all, or would that be infringing the
rights of the respondent.
Thanks
Steve
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