Changes to tribunal procedures from 6 April 2012

The following changes will apply to an employment tribunal claim that is made on or after 6 April 2012: Employment Tribunals (Constitution and Rules of Procedure) (Amendment) Regulations 2012 [SI 2012/468].

• A witness statement will be taken as read unless the tribunal directs otherwise.
• A costs order can include a payment for the expenses of a tribunal witness
• The maximum amount of costs for a vexatious tribunal claim will rise from £10,000 to £20,000
• The maximum amount of a deposit for an unmerited tribunal claim will rise from £500 to £1,000