The Labour Relations Agency Arbitration Scheme Order (Northern Ireland) 2012

Written materials

64.—(1) At least 14 days before the date of the hearing, each party shall send to the LRA (for forwarding to the arbitrator and the other party, and for retention by the LRA Arbitration Section) three copies of a written statement of that party’s case, together with three copies of—

(a) any supporting documentation or other material to be relied upon at the hearing; and

(b) in respect of any person who will accompany each party to the hearing or be called as a witness, that person’s name and the purpose of their attendance.

(2) Written statements under sub-paragraph (1) should briefly set out the main particulars of each party’s case, which can then be expanded upon if necessary at the hearing itself. The statement should include an explanation of the events which led to the claim being brought, including an account of the sequence and outcome of any relevant meetings, interviews or discussions.

(3) If the arbitral proceedings include a claim of unfair dismissal (see paragraph 8), the parties should come to the hearing prepared to address the practicability of any remedy the claimant is seeking.