What to do if you're experiencing false accusations
If you’re the victim of false accusations, you should report this to your line manager immediately. Your manager will be able to help you in raising this with relevant teams, which may include the People & OD Team, Legal Team or otherwise. They may also be able to help accommodate a chat with wellbeing support providers such as Mental Health First Aiders should you require support immediately.
It is also advised that, if you are a member of a union, you inform your relevant representative of the situation. Your Union may be able to advise one what actions to take, and support you through any process of investigation designed to help you clear your name.
You may also want to consider noting down and taking log of any false accusations made against you. Consider including what was claimed, where this took place, who was present (if relevant), dates and times of the accusations and who you reported this to.
Should a pattern of accusations exist, you may be the victim of harassment. To learn more about the relevant steps to take if you are the victim of harassment, please visit and view the guidance available on our dedicated webpage.
It is advised that where possible, you do not react to false accusations – whether verbally, digitally or otherwise. While we understand you will understandably unhappy with the situation, rising to the accuser while you are frustrated may provide them with ammunition they could try to use to strengthen or add weight to any false claims they have made. It is advised to avoid this where possible, and to instead document any false claims as above. This can then be shared via any of reporting avenues below, as you see fit.
