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Great Britain employment tribunal claim — ET1

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Submit an eligible claim about treatment by an employer, prospective employer or trade union.

Formal processCourt / tribunalOfficial steps

Who it goes to: Employment Tribunal / HM Courts & Tribunals Service

Where it applies: England, Wales & Scotland

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01 · What is this?

Submit an eligible claim about treatment by an employer, prospective employer or trade union.

02 · When is it useful?

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03 · Start here

Check the claim deadline and applicable Acas early-conciliation requirements.

Gather your pieces

  1. Check the claim deadline and applicable Acas early-conciliation requirements.
  2. Prepare dates, parties, employment facts and the remedy sought.

Your official next step

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Your next moves

  1. Choose the current ET1 or official online claim service.
  2. Follow tribunal notices and keep a copy of the submitted claim.

Real-world check

For Great Britain's employment tribunal system; Northern Ireland has a separate process. Group claims use a different form.

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