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Letter inviting employee suspected of misconduct to investigatory meeting

Inviting an employee to an investigatory meeting is an important early step in a fair misconduct investigation and helps set expectations about the process. This guide explains how to use a letter to invite an employee to an investigatory meeting, including outlining the allegations, the purpose of the meeting and procedural safeguards.

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By Ben Roberts

Use this model letter to invite an employee to an investigatory meeting following allegations of misconduct.

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Ben Roberts

Ben Roberts is a senior lawyer working in a government department. He formerly worked for Markel Law, where he advised on business in the care sector, including residential, nursing, domiciliary, supported living services. He also advised on employment and regulatory issues, with clients ranging from owner-managed services to some of the largest operators in the UK.

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