{"id":11620,"date":"2023-02-09T01:36:18","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T15:36:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/employee-suspension\/"},"modified":"2025-09-07T07:28:25","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T07:28:25","slug":"employee-suspension","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/employee-suspension\/","title":{"rendered":"Employee Suspension: What Employers Need to Know about Suspension from Work"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-template-header has-neutral-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--16)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"--bb--crumb-gap:.4em;\" class=\"blog-template-breadcrumb wp-block-employmentherocom2025-breadcrumb-block\"><nav role=\"navigation\" 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read<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-image-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized blog-template-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Find out how to handle employee suspension effectively\" class=\"wp-image-11622\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:864px;height:561px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-300x200.jpg 300w, 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class=\"wp-block-group content_single content_single--blog content-single-content-wysiwyg wysiwyg content-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_single content_single--blog content-single-content-wysiwyg wysiwyg content-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4)\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the latest up-to-date ACAS advice regarding suspension from work and learn how you can handle employee suspensions fairly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suspension. While it isn\u2019t classed as a <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/disciplinary-and-grievance-procedures\/\">disciplinary action<\/a>, the implications of someone getting suspended in your business can have a ripple effect that can impact your entire team. The decision to suspend an employee shouldn\u2019t be taken lightly and any investigations must be carried out thoroughly while <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-health-and-safety-in-the-workplace\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prioritising health and safety precautions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join us as we uncover what employee suspension is, and the steps you can take to make sure that the disciplinary matter is properly investigated from start to finish.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"legal\">Disclaimer: The information in this blog is current as at 19th December 2024, and has been prepared by 91爆料 Pty Ltd (ABN 11 160 047 709) and its related bodies corporate (91爆料). The views expressed in this article are general information only, are provided in good faith to assist employers and their employees, and should not be relied on as professional advice. The Information is based on data supplied by third parties. While such data is believed to be accurate, it has not been independently verified and no warranties are given that it is complete, accurate, up to date or fit for the purpose for which it is required. 91爆料 does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy in such data and is not liable for any loss or damages arising either directly or indirectly as a result of reliance on, use of or inability to use any information provided in this article. You should undertake your own research and to seek professional advice before making any decisions or relying on the information in this blog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-employee-suspension\">What is employee suspension?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acas.org.uk\/suspension\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACAS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> describes a suspension from work as a situation where an employer tells an employee to stop carrying out work temporarily. The person in question will remain employed but will not engage in work or attend work premises.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, why might an employee be suspended from work? You might decide to suspend an employee in order to carry out a full investigation into allegations of misconduct, or in a serious situation when there\u2019s no alternative or on the grounds that you need to protect their health and safety. For example, if your employee is pregnant, you must carry out a risk assessment of their job and working conditions to eliminate any health and safety risks to the employee and their baby.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your employee can keep their employment rights while suspended. If they do not get the right pay, they may be able to make a claim to an employment tribunal for \u2018unlawful deduction from wages\u2019. For this reason, it is essential that you are aware of the laws surrounding suspension from work.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-long-does-the-period-of-suspension-usually-last\">How long does the period of suspension usually last?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The length of time someone is suspended is entirely circumstantial but the general rule of thumb is for it to be the shortest time possible.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unison.org.uk\/get-help\/knowledge\/terminating-suspending-job\/suspension\/#heading-5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unison<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lists that:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suspend someone for medical or health and safety reasons it can be for up to 26 weeks on full pay, as long as they have been employed for at least one month.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If they are being suspended as part of a disciplinary investigation, as the employer you need to do what you can to resolve the issue swiftly and thoroughly and keep the suspension to a minimum. The suspension decision should be kept under review.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suspend someone who is pregnant, it can be for the duration of their pregnancy as long as there is a health and safety risk to them, and there is no alternative job.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"suspension-of-work-and-the-role-of-employment-contracts\">Suspension of work and the role of employment contracts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether or not you have, or don\u2019t have, a suspension clause plays a role in the employee\u2019s entitlement to pay:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can only suspend an employee without pay if it is clearly stated in their contract \u2013 but this must be <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/disciplinary-procedures-and-action-at-work\/suspension-from-work\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">done reasonably<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you do not have a suspension clause in the employment contract, you can still suspend someone, but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/disciplinary-procedures-and-action-at-work\/suspension-from-work\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you must pay them in full<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This shows that the suspension is not a punishment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"under-what-circumstances-might-employers-suspend-an-employee\">Under what circumstances might employers suspend an employee?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few reasons why you might consider suspending an employee.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"for-health-and-safety-reasons\">For health and safety reasons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find that an employee\u2019s job poses a <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-health-and-safety-in-the-workplace\/\">health and safety<\/a> risk, such as allergies due to chemical exposure, you may decide to suspend someone. &nbsp;Make sure you have considered an alternative job for them that is reasonable before resorting to a suspension.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"as-part-of-your-organisations-disciplinary-procedure\">As part of your organisation\u2019s disciplinary procedure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your employee is suspected of gross misconduct, you may consider a suspension while you carry out an investigation. A suspension in this case is not seen as a punishment, but rather as part of the process. Make sure you give them a clear reason for the suspension, the options you have considered before you made the decision, and provide them with full pay.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-risks-of-getting-employee-suspension-wrong\">What are the risks of getting employee suspension wrong?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An unfair suspension can harm both the employee\u2019s reputation and the firm\u2019s. After all, people talk. This only amplifies the need to ensure there\u2019s a fair investigation process in place, and that the suspension is done on reasonable grounds.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"potential-of-employee-resigning\">Potential of employee resigning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The potential of someone resigning after it turns out that the suspension is wrongful is high. Reasons they could cite for the resignation could include breach of trust, which could have a potential ripple effect on your reputation as an employer. In turn, this could also dampen the wider team\u2019s morale.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"potential-for-unfair-dismissal-claim\">Potential for unfair dismissal claim<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a dismissal is approved shortly after a suspension that was found to be wrongful, the dismissal can be identified as unfair. This gives the former employee the right to claim for unfair dismissal on the basis that it was unreasonable, which could lead to an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/employment-tribunals#:~:text=You%20can%20make%20a%20claim,discrimination%20at%20work\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">employment tribunal<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.A dismissal <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/dismissal\/unfair-and-constructive-dismissal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">could be deemed unfair<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you do not:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a good reason for dismissing someone.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the company\u2019s formal disciplinary or dismissal process. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"potential-claim-of-discrimination\">Potential claim of discrimination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If in the case that two or more employees were suspended, but only one is dismissed and they have a protected characteristic under the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislation.gov.uk\/ukpga\/2010\/15\/contents\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equality Act 2010<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there is a risk that they will pursue a claim of discrimination.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-8693379-scaled-1-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Find out what you should consider before suspending an employee\" class=\"wp-image-34050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-8693379-scaled-1-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-8693379-scaled-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-8693379-scaled-1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-8693379-scaled-1-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-8693379-scaled-1-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-8693379-scaled-1-1-440x294.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-does-an-employees-suspension-impact-the-workplace\">How does an employee&#8217;s suspension impact the workplace?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the impact on the employee being suspended, to the impact on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/companies-with-inclusive-cultures\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">an inclusive workplace<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are a few outcomes to consider. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-breach-of-trust-and-confidence\">A breach of trust and confidence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the act of suspending someone does not directly breach trust and confidence, getting it wrong, and not reflecting on your process, might set alarm bells ringing. Make sure that you have clear and reasonable grounds for suspension and be mindful of any language you use when announcing it internally, if you choose to do so.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-effect-on-other-employees\">The effect on other employees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When someone gets wrongfully suspended, there\u2019s a chance that it could create a negative ripple effect of low morale if not across the business, then at the very least their immediate team.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other side of the coin, should you have reasonable grounds for dismissal but they remain employed, you risk a low morale around this employee\u2019s presence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-effect-on-the-employees-career\">The effect on the employee&#8217;s career<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being dismissed on the grounds of misconduct after being suspended might not end someone\u2019s career per se. The way it affects an employee\u2019s career is largely due to the reasons behind the gross misconduct \u2013 for example, if it led to a criminal record.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled\" class=\"wp-image-34051\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/pexels-liza-summer-6382684-scaled-1-1-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-can-a-employees-suspension-from-work-be-handled-effectively\">How can a employee&#8217;s suspension from work be handled effectively?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few action points that you can take to mitigate risks around a potential suspension.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"consider-alternatives-to-suspension-as-a-disciplinary-action\">Consider alternatives to suspension as a disciplinary action<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACAS recommends the following alternatives to consider, that depend on whether or not the suspension involves one or two employees (or more).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there is one, they recommend to arrange for someone to temporarily:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Change shifts.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in a different part of the organisation.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/remote-working-guide\/\">Work from home<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work from a different office or site.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop doing part of their job \u2013 for example, stop handling stock if you\u2019re investigating a large amount of stock going missing.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work with different customers or away from customers \u2013 for example, if you\u2019re investigating a serious complaint from a customer.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevent them from using a specific system or tool for example, removing access to the organisation\u2019s finance system if you\u2019re investigating a large amount of missing money.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you keep the reason for any temporary change confidential wherever possible and discuss with the employee what you\u2019ll tell others at work about the temporary change.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it involves two (or more) people:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move both people;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only move one person; or<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">move either person.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This depends on what\u2019s fair and reasonable in the circumstances.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to separate two people after one of them makes a serious complaint, you should not move the person who made the complaint. This could be seen as a punishment for making a complaint.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-size: 2.25rem; letter-spacing: -0.0125rem;\">Look into the situation before considering suspension<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure that you carry out preliminary investigations in order to get information about:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s happened;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who\u2019s involved; and<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How serious it might be.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is so that you can understand the situation and consider whether or not a suspension is appropriate. Make sure that you keep a record of this information in case it leads to an employment tribunal.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"consider-how-you-announce-their-suspension-to-your-team\">Consider how you announce their suspension to your team<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the employer, you still owe the person who has been suspended the duty of trust and confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best thing to do if you decide to announce that you\u2019ll be suspending an employee is to be aware of the language you use surrounding suspension from work to announce their suspension and ensure that the language you use should not suggest guilt as the investigation takes place.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"implement-support-and-reintegration-programs-for-the-suspended-employee\">Implement support and reintegration programs for the suspended employee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout the process, make sure you support the wellbeing and mental health of the people involved. You may want to encourage them to seek support both during and after suspension from work.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"make-sure-your-disciplinary-and-grievance-policies-are-easily-accessible-and-visible-at-all-times-with-employment-hero\">Make sure your disciplinary and grievance policies are easily accessible and visible at all times with 91爆料<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t wait until you are in a scenario where you have to decide whether or not to suspend an employee to make sure that your team is up to date on all your internal policies.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/pricing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">91爆料 <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is an employment operating system that can help you house all your policies in one place, and keep track of who has read them and signed them so that you can ensure everyone is up to date with your staff handbook. 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