I'm writing a resignation letter - need help please! Is it acceptable to email given the rush?

[bohemianbint]

....and the fact that the post in this country is all to cock at the mo?

I dunno if anyone remembers my other threads about my work situation but I'm resigning after being discriminated against after having a baby (have been demoted), and claiming wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal and sex dicrimination. Has anyone had any experience of this? Are there any main points I need to include, for example that I am now taking legal proceedings?

I've just been advised that the longer I leave it to resign, the weaker my case for CC gets. I only work Tues and Weds, hence wonering if I should get in there and resign immediately. (I won't be working my notice due to my position being untenable.)

Am just waiting to speak to my solicitor, but any help in the meantime?

I would wait, esp in a CC case. A couple of days won't make all the difference. Definitely speak to your solicitor first. Good luck.

Yes, email is fine

BUT

don't write until your lawyer has helped you with the letter. It is very important that you get your explanation of the reason for resigning clear and that you also cover off complying with the necessary grievance procedures. Your lawyer can help you do this. She/he should read the draft letter before you send it.

I would deliver a copy of the letter in person as well. Email is legally admissable, but your work could claim they hadn;t received it. A hard copy would help.

I remember your original thread. I hope you find an employer who treats you like a decent human being.

good luck

Thank you. If I do email it I will also make and send a hard copy. Still not heard from solicitor...

Margo - thank you! I am thinking I should probably work for myself to be honest, it's the only way I can be sure that I won't get treated like this again!

You need to word it really carefully to make sure it doesn't harm your case.

I took my former employer to tribunal after maternity leave and in the end it settled out of court.

In my case I had been into work for two discussions and then the ball was left in my court - "you can't work part-time - if you want to work part time you'll have to take on a more menial role and have a pay cut" - in a nutshell.

I went away to think about it and the next thing he heard was from my solicitor (thankfully who was my brother in law).

Is there any way you can go to your dr - explain the situation and get a sick note for the stress etc? Then appoint a solicitor and leave it in their hands.

My friend is currently taking proceedings for being made redundant whilst on maternity leave. They had legal cover through their house insurance (just a pointer in case it helps).

Good luck.