Dear Colleagues,

I am hearing more and more reports of members being called to attend fact-finding interviews whilst being denied RMT representation.

I have recently been given a document which comes with a message from the General Secretary on one side, and a proforma on the other. I have copied the proforma into a word document and attached it below. As soon as I am able I shall attach a pdf document with this blog entry. Please find the attached word document, and use it whenever necessary.

the document reads:

Message from the General Secretary

Dear Colleague,

It is often the case that following a Investigatory Hearing members will find themselves being dealt with under the disciplinary procedures.

It is important, therefore, that members insist an RMT Representative accompany them to any Investigatory Hearing and a pro-forma is included with this leaflet that you can hand to management.

Even if management refuse to allow representation it is important you get this refusal registered, in wrinting, because should you have to go to an Employment Tribunal this will help with your claim.

If your require any more copies of this leaflet phone the RMT help line on 0800 376 3760

Best wishes,

(it is signed Bob Crow)

General Secretary.