I've just been fired ... the first 3 things I would do are:

1. Notify Acas of my dispute using the Early Conciliation Notification process. The laws requires I do this before I make a claim to the Employment Tribunal; plus its a value opportunity to try to resolve my dispute without the need to litigate. It'll take Acas about 5-6 weeks to get in touch, so I will start this process as quickly as possible.

   
   

2. Appeal to my employer. Statutory guidance requires your employer to hear your appeal (by an impartial manager) or face an increase in the compensation they have to pay. Appealing is a valuable opportunity to air your concerns, gather further information and maybe even to get reinstated.

   
   

3. Lodge a claim with the Employment Tribunal. If you think your dismissal was unfair, the Tribunal is there is make the ultimately impartial decision on whether your dismissal was unlawful or whether it was within the range of options available to your employer. If your left without a job or an income this could be an invaluable process to restore your financial stability.