I can only have a fellow company employee with me at an investigation.Union rep's are only allowed in to disciplinary and grievance meetings. As per company handbook and confirmed by union. Not an electrical retailer!!

I work for a large retailer with instore/regional/divisional h.r.I've been there over 10 years and have never had a days sick 'til now.The companys letter to me(inviting me to the investigation) suggests 'progressing with the investigation may help alleviate your symptoms'. I suspect not.The financial year ends soon and it's time to tidy up the p&l's.The handbook states 'it may be possible for you to continue to attend...in which case we require you to do so'. I am in a union but they can't appear at an investigation. To go or not to?

I am still suspended and have provided a doctors note,i am still on full pay.I have had a doctor write a letter specifically ponting out i am not fit to appear at any work related meetings as this could have an adverse effect on my recovery.I still suspect they will hold the meeting without me present. I find it surprising that an investigation without my input would be held and wonder what effect this could have further down the line i.e.disciplinary/appeal/unfair dismissal? Any help would,again,be appreciated.

I was suspended from work for an allegation of gross misconduct.I went to 2 investigations and was presented with various statements and evidence.I concluded the second hearing by instigating the company grievance procedure against the investigating manager as i felt they were victimising me in that they were ignoring conflicting statements,ignoring others procedural errors that led to my charge,going back to the same people for further statements which were becoming more detailed despite the passing of time, and asking sensasionalist questions,i.e. what would have happened if?,during a meeting designed to gather facts. I am now off with depression.I have now received a request to attend a further investigation,while off sick,to be chaired by the same line manager stating that whilst i have been signed off from normal duties they would expect me to be available to attend. Any advice?