Acas Event - The business case for alternative early, less formal dispute resolution routes, particularly mediation
On 23 April, from 9 - 11am, Acas are virtually bringing together critical partners who have evidence and insight to build the business case on effective alternative early, less formal dispute resolution routes, particularly mediation. Together we want to understand the impact on cost, time and resources of mediation; what levers can be used to build workplace trust and engagement; and what will lead to economic and business growth and greater levels of productivity.
You are invited to join us to hear the economic argument, the latest research, and share your experiences and insights. Together we will explore how we can raise the profile of the benefits of workplace mediation in the UK and influence decision makers.
Speakers
- Will Hutton – will provide the economic argument, and how creating a more engaged, less conflicted workplace can contribute to raising levels of labour productivity.
Will is a Political economist, journalist, author, President of the Academy of Social Sciences, ex Chief Exec of Work Foundation and co-Chair of The Purposeful Company with Clare Chapman
- Prof Richard Saundry and Dr Gemma Wibberley – will discuss an innovative new approach to conflict resolution at an acute NHS Trust. They will review the benefits, the impacts and the barriers to success. Richard is the UK’s leading academic and author on the management of discipline, grievance and workplace conflict. He has held posts at the Universities of Westminster Leeds, Sheffield, Central Lancashire and Plymouth. Gemma is a Research Fellow at IROWE (Institute for Research into Organisations, Work and Employment), University of Central Lancashire. Her research focuses on employee wellbeing and contemporary experiences of work.
- Kate Nowicki – will provide deep experience and expertise on what works for effective long-lasting dispute resolution – where trust and strong relationships are the bedrocks of productivity. Kate is Director of Dispute Resolution at Acas. She has nearly 30 years’ experience in dispute resolution, and has worked with many businesses and individuals.
- Caroline Sheridan – will chair the discussion, inviting your views and expertise on what needs to change to improve conflict confidence in the UK – regulatory, legislative, culture, skills. Caroline is Chair of the Civil Mediation Council Workplace and Employment Group and Founder of Sheridan Resolutions.
Register
To register your place for the event, please email: [email protected]. Please include name, organisation and job title. You will receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt request and your place on the delegate list. Joining instructions will be sent nearer the time of the event.
Resource by ACAS and Skills for Care on addressing workplace problems in adult social care
There is also a cut out and keep resource that Acas worked on with Skills for Care which is aimed at registered managers and looks at addressing workplace problems in adult social care: Cut out and keep Jan2024 (skillsforcare.org.uk).
