At the JIB, we serve as an independent industrial relations body dedicated to supporting the industry. Our Disputes Procedure, which covers disciplinary, dismissal, and grievance matters, is governed by the JIB National Working Rules (NWR) 19 & 20. For a detailed overview of how this procedure operates, please refer to Section 3 of the JIB Handbook.
In cases of workplace grievances, it is generally recommended to address the issue internally and informally whenever possible. However, when internal resolution isn’t feasible, grievances should be formally raised through the company’s internal grievance procedure as outlined in NWR 19.
Once all internal procedures, including appeals, have been exhausted, a claim may be lodged through the JIB Dispute Procedure. This process is available for issues arising after disciplinary hearings as well, in accordance with NWR 20.
A Guide to the Disputes Procedure is available here.
The Dispute Procedure Application form can be accessed here.
Application for Breach of Rule 17
Unite the Union Officers who wish to bring claims for a breach of National Working Rule 17 are required to use the specific form designated for this purpose: Application Form for a Breach of National Working Rule 17. Before submitting a claim, it is important that Unite the Union Regional Officers review the Guidance Booklet for Rule 17 Claims. This booklet provides detailed instructions and should be read in conjunction with the Application Form to ensure that all necessary steps are followed. For further information or to obtain the application form and guidance booklet, please contact the Industrial Relations Department.
Benefits of the Disputes Procedure
• Confidential and Independent Process: The JIB Disputes Procedure offers a confidential platform for resolving disputes, managed independently by industry representatives to ensure fairness and impartiality.
• No Cost to the Claimant: This procedure is free of charge, making it accessible to all employees of JIB member companies and registered apprentices without any financial burden.
• No Qualifying Period: There is no qualifying period required to access the JIB Disputes Procedure, allowing claimants to seek help from the very start of their employment, providing peace of mind and protection from day one.
• Emphasis on Early Resolution: The procedure prioritises early resolution through effective methods like mediation and conciliation, helping to avoid lengthy formal proceedings and leading to faster, more amicable outcomes.
• Preservation of Employment Rights: The procedure is designed to resolve disputes while preserving employment rights and relationships where possible, reducing the need for adversarial approaches like industrial action or tribunal cases.
Get in touch
To take advantage of the JIB Disputes Procedure service or if you have any other queries, please feel free to reach out to us using the contact details below:
• Email: ir@jib.org.uk
• Phone: 01322 661600 (Please select the Industrial Relations Department when prompted)
If you have queries relating to alleged breaches of the JIB Agreement that are not related to an employment claim, these should also be referred to the Industrial Relations Department using the contact details provided above.
We are here to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the JIB Disputes Procedure and to provide the necessary support throughout the process.
