Disciplinary Opening Statement Example 1
Disciplinary Opening Statement Example 1
Disciplinary Opening Statement Example 1
[Date]
[Your Name]
This opening statement has been prepared by [your name] for the purpose of the/this disciplinary
meeting to be held/being held on [date] at [the address where it is being held].
[Outline the allegation(s) against you; use the exact wording the employer has used in the letter
they sent you]
I do not agree that I have committed this offence because [state your reasoning/main points of your
case].
If [whatever is alleged] actually took place then it was not my fault because [outline your
reasoning/main points of why you are not responsible]. I do not agree that this was my fault and any
sanction imposed on me as a result will be unfair.
I have been a loyal employee for [length of service] I enjoy my job and I enjoy working for [name of
company] and I wish to continue working here. I am more than happy to answer any questions or
concerns you have about me and I have and will continue to cooperate with you so that a fair and
just resolution is reached.
Signed:____________________________________________