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Monday, July 14, 2025
What is a witness statement in the
employment tribunal?
Understanding the Purpose of a Witness Statement
A witness statement in the employment tribunalis your written version of the facts you want the tribunal to hear. It's not about arguing your case—it’s a personal, factual account of what you saw or experienced, and it helps the tribunal understand was is said to have happened.
Tips to Keep Your Witness Statement Effective
Use Plain Language
Write as you speak—avoid legal jargon. Speak plainly so someone with no legal training can understand
Stay Focused
Stick to factual detail that relates to your claim. Don't ramble about unrelated events or feelings.
Keep It Concise
Aim for an appropriate length—long enough to cover issues clearly, not so long that it's dense or off-topic.
Chronology of a claim
Disclaimer: Please note, none of the answers on this page or connected pages are legal advice, and whilst reasonable steps are taken to ensure its accuracy at the time of publication, the law changes regularly
🧭 Navigating your Claim
⏳ Chronology of a Claim
Click the button below to view the resources relevant to the stage your claim is at, and what is ahead of you!
Try to settle the dispute without starting a claim.
Not able to resolve your issue? Then set out your complaint by completing the ET1 and respond with an ET3
Once the claim has started get the roadmap for your case at a Case Management Hearing ("CMH").
The CMH may identify specific issues to resolve before a Final Hearing, like strike-out or employment status.
You will be ordered to exchange all relevant documents with the other side.
You will need to write a detailed account of your evidence before the Final Hearing and possibly any Preliminary Hearing, and send it to the other side.
This is when your case is decided by the tribunal.
If you win, this stage decides compensation or reinstatement
You may be able to challenge the outcome — but only on limited grounds.
🎥 Other Resources
📚 Free Guide 📘
Click here for my free tribunal guide.
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