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1.Irrespective of the reasons why a member of staff has left your employment, you may find yourself with a request from a prospective new employer for a reference. Practice managers should ensure that they have a policy to deal with such requests and that the policy is accessible to all staff. Many employers are now advised to provide only factual references, such as date of employment and salary details to avoid the potential threat of litigation and to ensure objectivity. Managers are advised to be consistent in their approach to providing references .