This question relating to issues in employment law is divided into two parts and the marks will be allocated equally.

(a) 
Requires candidates to explain what is meant by constructive dismissal.

4–5 marks 
A clear concise explanation perhaps citing cases or examples.

2–3 marks 
A clear understanding, but perhaps lacking authority or examples.

0–1 mark 
Unbalanced, or may not deal with all of the required aspects of the topic. Alternatively, the answer will demonstrate very little understanding of what is actually meant by constructive dismissal.