Concluding an Investigation and Reporting Findings

Once you have gathered the relevant evidence and spoken to those involved, you need to review the information and establish what the investigation has found.The purpose is to reach reasonable, evidence-based findings and identify what, if anything, needs to happen next.It is important to distinguish between establishing the facts and deciding what action to take. For example, where an investigation concerns potential misconduct, the decision about any disciplinary action should be made through the appropriate disciplinary procedure.Reviewing the EvidenceConsider the information gathered during the investigation, including any documents, witness statements and explanations provided by those involved.You should consider:What facts have been established?Is there evidence that supports or…