Union grievance file redaction is the removal of personal data from a represented-worker complaint handled under TULRCA 1992 and the ACAS Code of Practice. That framework protects collective bargaining activity and sets a fair grievance route. anonym.plus marks names and contacts on your device, so the complaint stays readable while the people are shielded.
When this applies
Such a folder gathers steward notes, the worker's claim, and management replies. You strip those identifiers before the record is shared.
How anonym.plus handles it
- Point anonym.plus at the case folder on your device.
- The app marks worker, steward, and manager names.
- Built-in OCR reads scanned step-meeting notes.
- Keep agreement articles and procedure steps.
- Swap or black out the confirmed identifiers.
- Save the clean folder locally.
What you need to provide
- The grievance folder (PDF, DOCX, mixed scans).
- The shared alias map for steady labels.
- An operator (Replace keeps clauses readable).
PII entity types detected
| Category | anonym.plus entity type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Names | PERSON | the worker → [GRIEVANT] |
| Names | PERSON | the steward → [STEWARD] |
| Organization | ORGANIZATION | GMB branch → [UNION] |
| Contact | EMAIL_ADDRESS | rep@union.org.uk → [EMAIL] |
| Dates | DATE_TIME | step 2 on 6 June → [DATE] |
| Location | LOCATION | the plant floor → [LOCATION] |
Compliance achieved
- Reflects the trade-union safeguards of TULRCA 1992 and the ACAS Code.
- Keeps agreement articles and grievance steps intact.
- Whole-folder work stays offline — no upload.
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Limitations & cautions
Protecting a represented worker is hard. A unique event can identify them once names go. Keeping that quiet supports protection against detriment for trade-union involvement.
Frequently asked questions
Can I process the whole folder at once?
Yes. Batch mode handles up to 20 files per local run, and the shared map keeps each person to one label across the set.
Will agreement articles survive?
Yes. Allow-list article and step numbers so they stay. Only personal data is marked for removal.
Does the folder leave my machine?
No. The whole run is offline, so steward notes and claims stay on your device.