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Former employee v Prestige Dental Services Limited
A tribunal has set aside its own earlier judgments after admitting it should have telephoned the respondent before proceeding in their absence. The case will now be reheard.
Remitted · Jan 2025Remitted—Jan 2025Café worker (6 months' service) v Samantha Dalton
A café worker with only six months' service was automatically unfairly dismissed after asking for a written contract. The tribunal awarded over £2,000 including injury to feelings for age discrimination.
Won · £2,068 · Jan 2025Won£2,068Jan 2025Community Development Manager (2 years' service) v Spelthorne Borough Council
A Community Development Manager who claimed she was dismissed for whistleblowing lost her case. The tribunal found the council's decision was due to an irretrievable breakdown in working relationships, not her protected disclosures.
Lost · Jan 2025Lost—Jan 2025Bar supervisor on zero-hours contract (2 years' service) v Independent gastropub
A hospitality worker on a zero-hours contract had her shifts cut from 35 a week to zero within a fortnight of telling her manager she was pregnant. The tribunal awarded over £22,000.
Won · £22,640 · Jul 2024Won£22,640Jul 2024Chartered accountant (former employee) v Bennbridge Services LLP
A former chartered accountant who made multiple applications to amend her whistleblowing and sex discrimination claims avoided a costs order, even though most amendments were refused. The tribunal said her conduct was not unreasonable or vexatious.
Lost · May 2024Lost—May 2024Handyman (former employee) v HMS Maintenance Solutions Limited
A handyman with ADHD resigned claiming constructive dismissal after alleged bullying and failure to make adjustments. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of trust and confidence, and the claim failed.
Lost · Apr 2024Lost—Apr 2024Special educational needs and disability learning support assistant (10 months' service) v The Governing Body of Horndean Junior School
A tribunal dismissed all claims of race and religion discrimination brought by a learning support assistant against Horndean Junior School, finding her evidence unreliable and the school's grievance process thorough.
Lost · Apr 2024Lost—Apr 2024Delivery driver (2.5 years' service) v NHK Enfield Ltd
A delivery driver was unfairly dismissed after his manager told him 'I don't need you any more' and used abusive language. The Watford tribunal awarded £4,656 in compensation.
Partial · £4,656 · Mar 2024Partial£4,656Mar 2024Former employee (5 years' service) v Fairview Grocers Limited
A former employee of Fairview Grocers Limited was unfairly dismissed without any meeting or right of appeal, but his own conduct led to a 60% cut in compensation. He was awarded £3,752.89 in total.
Partial · £3,753 · Mar 2024Partial£3,753Mar 2024Control Room Team Leader (11 years' service) v MTR Corporation (Crossrail) Limited t/a MTR Elizabeth Line
A tribunal found that MTR Elizabeth Line unfairly dismissed a control room team leader of 11 years over a hug and alleged anti-Semitic comments, but reduced compensation by 75% due to his own conduct.
Partial · £23,361 · Jan 2024Partial£23,361Jan 2024Sonographer (9 months' service) v Woodhaze Ltd t/a Window to the Womb (Swansea)
A black African sonographer was racially harassed and discriminated against after being required to perform cleaning duties and threatened with deportation. The tribunal awarded £33,611.12.
Won · £33,611 · Jan 2024Won£33,611Jan 2024Former employee and one-third shareholder v Yellowcoat Holdings Limited
A former employee and shareholder sought extensive disclosure of communications between his employer and an external investigator. The tribunal refused, finding the request was not necessary for fair disposal.
Dismissed · Jan 2024Dismissed—Jan 2024Warehouse operative (18 years' service) v ASDA Stores Limited
An employment tribunal found ASDA unfairly dismissed a warehouse operative with 18 years' service after failing to investigate his mitigation evidence, awarding £14,817 in compensation.
Won · £14,817 · Jan 2024Won£14,817Jan 2024Bus driver (over 30 years' service) v Midland Red South Ltd
A bus driver with over 30 years' service was awarded £25,000 after his employer repeatedly allocated shifts that did not meet his disability-related needs, causing him to soil himself at work.
Won · £25,000 · Dec 2023Won£25,000Dec 2023Trade Promoter (20 years' service) v Korea Trade Investment Promotion Agency
The tribunal found the dismissal was procedurally unfair, but refused to award any compensation because after-dismissed evidence showed the employee had sought a secret commission from a customer.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 2023Bus driver (13 years' service) v London Central Bus Company Ltd
A bus driver with 13 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after driving onto a pavement to overtake another bus. The tribunal rejected claims of race and religious discrimination.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Social worker (15 years' service) v Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
A black social worker with 15 years' service lost her claims of race discrimination and constructive dismissal after an altercation with a white colleague. The tribunal found no evidence of stereotyping or unfair treatment.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Senior HR Manager - Employee Relations v National Highways Ltd
A senior HR manager who resigned after accepting a higher-paid job failed to prove constructive unfair dismissal or discrimination. The Birmingham tribunal found no breach of contract by National Highways Ltd.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Primary school teacher (19 years' service) v Trafford Council and The Governing Body of Kings Road Primary School
A primary school teacher with 19 years' service was unfairly dismissed for 'irretrievable breakdown' after she raised a grievance alleging race discrimination. The tribunal also found she was victimised.
Won · Dec 2023Won—Dec 2023Care home manager (7 months' service) v Porthaven Care Homes No2 Ltd
A care home manager who claimed he was automatically unfairly dismissed for raising concerns about resident safety lost his case. The tribunal found the decision-maker did not know about the disclosures and dismissed him for genuine belief in gross misconduct.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Former employee v South Coast Skips Limited (in Creditor’s Voluntary Liquidation)
A former employee was unfairly dismissed, wrongfully dismissed without notice, and discriminated against on grounds of sex. The tribunal awarded £16,208.68, including an uplift for the employer's failure to follow the ACAS code.
Won · £16,209 · Dec 2023Won£16,209Dec 2023Band 6 Care Co-ordinator/Community Psychiatric Nurse (15 years' service) v South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
A Black African community psychiatric nurse with 15 years' service was found to have been discriminated against when two white female colleagues were appointed to a specialist lead role he was qualified for. The tribunal upheld his claims of direct race and sex discrimination and harassment.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 2023Primary school teacher (2 years 6 months' service) v Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham Multi Academy Trust
A primary school teacher who exchanged personal messages with a vulnerable pupil via Class Dojo over the summer holidays was fairly dismissed. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Former employee v Zhero Limited
A tribunal granted an employer's late application to defend a claim but ordered it to pay costs for unreasonable conduct, while dismissing a wasted costs application against its former representative.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 2023Fraud consultant (4 years 10 months' service) v Lloyds Bank Plc
A fraud consultant with epilepsy lost his disability discrimination and constructive dismissal claims against Lloyds Bank because he filed them too late. The tribunal also found the claims lacked merit.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Graduate trainee accountant (11 years' service) v PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
A graduate trainee accountant who resigned after being invited to a disciplinary meeting for unauthorised absence failed to prove constructive unfair dismissal. The tribunal found the employer's conduct did not breach trust and confidence.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Senior Contracts Attorney v Calabrio UK Limited
A senior contracts attorney lost her bid for interim relief after the tribunal found her redundancy was decided before she made protected disclosures about sanctions risks. The claim was dismissed.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Programme Manager (3 years' service) v JC Bamford Excavators Limited
A programme manager with dyslexia who resigned after an informal performance improvement plan and a partially upheld grievance has lost her constructive dismissal and disability discrimination claims.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Former employee v Mitie Ltd
A Watford tribunal found Mitie Ltd unfairly dismissed a former employee but reduced his basic award by 70% for his own conduct and made no compensatory award due to a 100% Polkey reduction. He received £1,298.10.
Partial · £1,298 · Dec 2023Partial£1,298Dec 2023Care Assessment Officer v AMG Consultancy Services Ltd
A care assessment officer who was told she was 'so bipolar' and had her role changed with less than 24 hours' notice has been allowed to add protected disclosure claims to her constructive dismissal case.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 2023Administrative Officer (Civil Service) v Ministry of Justice (HMCTS)
An Administrative Officer who resigned after just seven weeks with the Ministry of Justice lost her claims of constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. The tribunal found her employer had acted reasonably throughout.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023HR Business Partner (1 month's service) v KBox Global Ltd
An HR Business Partner who raised concerns about a flawed redundancy process was dismissed after just one month. The tribunal awarded £74,540 after striking out the employer's response.
Won · £74,540 · Dec 2023Won£74,540Dec 2023Supply teacher v Ravenscroft Park Preparatory School
A tribunal allowed a supply teacher to amend her disability discrimination claim to include victimisation, and later granted an anonymity order after initially refusing it.
Remitted · Dec 2023Remitted—Dec 2023Former employee (31 years' service) v Wolseley UK Limited
A tribunal has ruled that Wolseley UK Limited fairly dismissed a long-serving employee by reason of redundancy, rejecting claims of age discrimination, harassment, and victimisation.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Former employee (funeral director, 31 years' service) v Estate of D B Roberts t/a Gwyn Jones Funeral Directors
An employment tribunal has ruled that a funeral director with 31 years' service was not a disabled person under the Equality Act, dismissing his disability discrimination claims.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Office manager (1 year 8 months' service) v Reactive Solutions FM Limited
An office manager with retinal dystrophy was awarded £44,489 after her employer failed to implement recommended equipment and training from Access to Work. The tribunal found the delay was a failure to make reasonable adjustments.
Partial · £44,489 · Dec 2023Partial£44,489Dec 2023Former employee v Ian Henery Solicitors Ltd
A former employee of Ian Henery Solicitors Ltd was initially found to be unfairly dismissed for raising health and safety concerns, but the unfair dismissal judgment was later revoked. The tribunal confirmed wrongful dismissal and awarded £3,336 in total.
Partial · £3,336 · Dec 2023Partial£3,336Dec 2023Staff nurse (Band 5, previously Band 6 secondment) v Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
A tribunal has dismissed all claims brought by a Band 5 staff nurse against Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, including constructive dismissal, whistleblowing detriment, and discrimination on grounds of race, age, and religion.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Post 16 Outreach Learning Mentor (14 months' service) v Achieving for Children Community Interest Company
A tribunal dismissed claims of disability discrimination and constructive unfair dismissal brought by a learning mentor with dyslexia and anxiety/depression, finding the employer acted reasonably throughout.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Croupier (6 years' service) v Aspers (Stratford City) Limited
A croupier with six years' service resigned after his employer failed to deal with his grievance for over a month and left him without a line manager for weeks. The tribunal awarded £16,345.60.
Partial · £16,346 · Dec 2023Partial£16,346Dec 2023Former employee v Guardian Industrial (UK) Ltd
A former employee with a disability was awarded £3,892 after his employer demanded daily site diaries to verify attendance at medical appointments. The tribunal found this amounted to victimisation and unfavourable treatment arising from disability.
Partial · £3,893 · Dec 2023Partial£3,893Dec 2023Consultant Clinical Scientist Head of Service (23 years' service) v Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust
A consultant clinical scientist with 23 years' service resigned after a 'retire and return' scheme reduced her role. The tribunal struck out her breach of contract and age discrimination claims, but allowed her unfair dismissal claim to proceed.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Former employee v Stonewater Ltd
A former employee won her unfair dismissal claim against Stonewater Ltd but was awarded no compensation because she suffered no financial loss as a result of the dismissal.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 2023Consultant ophthalmologist (8 years' service) v University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
An NHS consultant who stopped on-call duties and refused to engage with his clinical lead was fairly dismissed for a breakdown in trust and confidence, the tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Meter reader (16 years' service) v Morrison Data Services Ltd
A meter reader who was dismissed while on long-term sick leave after a motorbike accident has won his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claim. The tribunal found that Morrison Data Services Ltd failed to obtain an up-to-date occupational health report before deciding to dismiss.
Won · £16,505 · Dec 2023Won£16,505Dec 2023Tutor (3 years' service) v The Trustees of Al Madaar (a charity)
A tutor with three years' service was unfairly dismissed when her employer wrongly believed she had resigned. The tribunal awarded £1,499.54 for breach of contract and unlawful deduction of wages.
Partial · £1,500 · Dec 2023Partial£1,500Dec 2023Nursery worker v Monkton Under 5 Playgroup
A nursery worker was unfairly dismissed and subjected to disability discrimination by Monkton Under 5 Playgroup. The tribunal awarded £27,676 in compensation, including £16,200 for injury to feelings.
Won · £27,676 · Dec 2023Won£27,676Dec 2023Pharmacist (20 years' service) v Whittington Health NHS Trust
A pharmacist with 20 years' service was unfairly dismissed by Whittington Health NHS Trust after being refused an extension to her notice period while hospitalised with a sickle cell crisis. The tribunal found indirect disability discrimination and a failure to make reasonable adjustments, awarding £16,884.
Partial · £16,884 · Dec 2023Partial£16,884Dec 2023Attendance Officer (10 years' service) v Wokingham Borough Council and LDBS Frays Academy Trust
A tribunal has ruled that an Attendance Officer with 10 years' service was fairly dismissed by Wokingham Borough Council and LDBS Frays Academy Trust following a redundancy selection process, rejecting claims of race discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Static Maintenance and Electrical Engineer (1 year 7 months' service) v Birdsall Services Limited
A static maintenance engineer with under two years' service could not bring an unfair dismissal claim, but the tribunal awarded £803.88 in unpaid holiday pay.
Partial · £804 · Dec 2023Partial£804Dec 2023Bus driver (6 years' service) v London United Busways Ltd
A bus driver with 6 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after refusing a breath alcohol test following an at-fault collision. The tribunal also dismissed his discrimination and victimisation claims.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Global Governance Risk and Compliance Manager (20 years' service) v GlaxoSmithKline Services Unlimited
A Global Governance Risk and Compliance Manager with 20 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after GlaxoSmithKline failed to make reasonable adjustments for her hand disability. The tribunal awarded £24,785 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £24,785 · Dec 2023Partial£24,785Dec 2023Pre-assessment Nurse (14 months' service) v Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
A pre-assessment nurse who carried out paid Botox procedures while signed off sick was fairly dismissed for misconduct. The tribunal rejected her claims of disability discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Production operative (1 year 9 months' service) v Bravo FB Limited (trading as Fox’s Biscuits)
A production operative who was dismissed while on sick leave for plantar fasciitis and depression lost her unfair dismissal claim because she had less than two years' service. All disability discrimination claims were also dismissed.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Former employee v OCS Group UK Ltd
A former employee's claim for unfair dismissal and race discrimination failed due to time limits, but the tribunal awarded £243.54 for unpaid holiday pay.
Partial · £244 · Dec 2023Partial£244Dec 2023University academic (teacher and researcher in Medieval and Early Modern English Literature) v University of Leicester
A University of Leicester academic was unfairly dismissed when the university failed to properly consult on redundancy selection after changing its proposal to retain a permanent post. The tribunal awarded £72,487.50 in compensation.
Partial · £72,488 · Dec 2023Partial£72,488Dec 2023Former HGV driver v George Walker Transport Manchester Limited
A former HGV driver's unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claim was dismissed after he continued using abusive language, breaching an unless order. His application to set aside the order was refused.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Firefighter (5 years' service) v Avon Fire and Rescue Service
A firefighter with five years' service was constructively dismissed after being subjected to sex discrimination, harassment, and victimisation by colleagues. The tribunal upheld her claims and awarded a basic award of £2,284.
Won · Dec 2023Won—Dec 2023Part-time Fitness Instructor (8 years' service) v Greenwich Leisure Ltd
A tribunal found that Greenwich Leisure Ltd unfairly dismissed an 8-year employee during pandemic redundancies, due to flawed selection criteria and a lack of consultation.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 2023Security officer (6 years' service) v CIS Security Ltd
A security officer with six years' service was unfairly dismissed after a back injury. The tribunal also found that CIS Security Ltd failed to make reasonable adjustments and discriminated against him arising from his disability.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 2023Legal secretary (trainee) v AD (deceased)
A trainee legal secretary who was assaulted by her employer and made protected disclosures has won claims of unfair dismissal, sex discrimination, harassment and victimisation. She was awarded £28,986.85.
Partial · £28,987 · Dec 2023Partial£28,987Dec 2023Former employee (11 years' service) v Motus Commercials Limited
A tribunal dismissed all claims from a former employee with 11 years' service and a clean disciplinary record, finding his misconduct dismissal fair and not discriminatory.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Electrical engineer (probationary employee, less than 3 months' service) v Integral UK Ltd
An electrical engineer dismissed during his probationary period for poor performance and a safety incident failed to prove race, age or disability discrimination. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Teaching Assistant (2 years 7 months' service) v Calcot Services for Children Limited
A teaching assistant who pulled a young person's hood and took them to the floor in a ground hold was fairly dismissed for misconduct, the tribunal has ruled. The claim for race discrimination also failed.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Pharmacy Dispensary Technician (6 years' service) v JCL UK Limited
A pharmacy dispensary technician with fibromyalgia and other conditions lost her constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims after the tribunal found she did not share her adjustment passport with her new employer following a TUPE transfer.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Healthcare assistant (6 years' service) v University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
A healthcare assistant who was dismissed for persistent short-term absences after her employer made reasonable adjustments has lost her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found the NHS Trust acted fairly.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Assistant Branch Manager (28 years' service) v Howarth Timber and Building Supplies Limited
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of an assistant branch manager with 28 years' service who was absent for 10 months with anxiety. The employer had offered multiple adjustments but the claimant insisted on a customer ban.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Media Sales Operator (10 years' service) v Discovery Communications Europe Limited
A Media Sales Operator with 10 years' service had his unfair dismissal and discrimination claims struck out after repeatedly failing to comply with tribunal directions. The tribunal awarded costs against him.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Operational Support Grade (OSG) at HMP Garth (2.5 years' service) v The Secretary of State for Justice
An Operational Support Grade at HMP Garth who resigned after alleging bullying and poor complaint handling lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably and the complaints were not formal grievances.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Support worker (6 months' service) v South Gloucestershire Council
A support worker with depression was dismissed after six months' sick leave. The tribunal upheld the dismissal, finding the council acted reasonably and proportionately.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Former employee v RR Swami Ltd
A former employee has been awarded £12,503 after an employment tribunal found she was unfairly dismissed, not given notice, and had wages unlawfully deducted by RR Swami Ltd.
Partial · £12,503 · Nov 2023Partial£12,503Nov 2023Former employee (pregnant, dismissed after disclosing pregnancy) v ALM Electrical Solutions Ltd
A Birmingham tribunal found that ALM Electrical Solutions Ltd dismissed a pregnant employee shortly after she disclosed her pregnancy, fabricating a redundancy reason. The claimant was awarded over £25,000 for injury to feelings and losses.
Partial · £25,631 · Nov 2023Partial£25,631Nov 2023Head of School (development role, 8 years' service) v Initio Learning Trust (formally Wimbourne Academy Trust)
A tribunal found that a school trust failed to make reasonable adjustments for a head of school with depression and anxiety, by not providing timeframes for a disciplinary process or reviewing her suspension. Her constructive dismissal claim was rejected.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—Nov 2023Former employee v Grikis Ltd
A former employee who was dismissed while pregnant after raising health and safety concerns has won her claims for pregnancy discrimination and unfair dismissal. The East London Employment Tribunal awarded her £43,153.60 in compensation.
Won · £43,154 · Nov 2023Won£43,154Nov 2023Cleaner (7 years' service) v Michael Cottington and Irene Cundliffe sued as Committee Members of the Golborne Bowling Club
A cleaner was unfairly dismissed when a bowling club committee decided to let her go without notice or any redundancy procedure. The tribunal awarded £7,252 in compensation, including an ACAS uplift for failing to follow the statutory code.
Won · £7,252 · Nov 2023Won£7,252Nov 2023Sales assistant (former nurse) v Irvings Butchers Limited
A former nurse turned sales assistant who was placed on furlough during the pandemic due to shielding advice has lost her disability and age discrimination claims against Irvings Butchers Limited.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Former employee v UK Cleaning Contracts Limited
A cleaner was dismissed while pregnant, without a maternity risk assessment. The tribunal awarded £9,107.40, including £7,500 for injury to feelings.
Won · £9,107 · Nov 2023Won£9,107Nov 2023Warehouse operative (6.5 years' service) v WM Morrisons Supermarket Ltd
A warehouse operative with 6.5 years' service was dismissed for capability after a year of sick leave for depression. The tribunal upheld the dismissal, finding the employer acted reasonably despite not waiting the 4-5 weeks suggested by occupational health.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Accounts Manager (3 years' service) v G. & M.J. Crouch & Son Ltd
A tribunal upheld one claim of direct sex discrimination after an accounts manager was told a client 'likes pretty women', but dismissed her constructive dismissal and other claims.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—Nov 2023Support worker (16 years' service) v Craegmoor Healthcare Company Limited
A support worker with a clean record was fairly dismissed for failing to document a resident's coffee burn, the Leeds Employment Tribunal has ruled. The tribunal rejected claims of race discrimination and victimisation linked to a 2015 claim.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Registered Nurse (dementia ward) v The Royal Star and Garter Homes
A tribunal dismissed all claims by a dementia ward nurse who resigned after suspension, finding no link between his protected disclosure and the employer's actions.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Clinical Support Worker (19 years' service) v Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal awarded a statutory redundancy payment of £2,077.16 to a Clinical Support Worker with 19 years' service, finding that his refusal of an alternative role was not unreasonable.
Partial · £2,077 · Nov 2023Partial£2,077Nov 2023Solutions engineer (3 years 8 months' service) v Singletrack Systems Limited
A solutions engineer who resigned after a performance improvement plan and grievance process lost his constructive dismissal claim because he stayed in the job too long after the alleged breaches.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Senior Events & Operations Co-Ordinator (6 years' service) v Heritage Venues Limited
A senior events co-ordinator who returned from maternity leave to work part-time was selected for redundancy in a 'pool of one' while full-time colleagues doing the same job were retained. The tribunal found unfair dismissal, indirect sex discrimination and part-time worker detriment.
Won · Nov 2023Won—Nov 2023Former employee v Dunton Environmental Limited
A former employee who claimed disability discrimination based on ADHD had her claim dismissed after the tribunal found she had not proven she had the condition on the balance of probabilities.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Former employee v North East Autism Society
Two former employees of North East Autism Society who refused the Covid-19 vaccine had their unfair dismissal and discrimination claims struck out after failing to attend a preliminary hearing and comply with tribunal orders.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Enquiry unit advisor (2 years' service) v Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
An enquiry unit advisor who sent threatening WhatsApp messages and emails to his line manager was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected claims of disability discrimination.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Restaurant general manager (10 years' service) v Chicken Cabins Ltd
A restaurant general manager who resigned after a disciplinary process and alleged race discrimination has lost his claims of constructive dismissal and race discrimination at the Leeds Employment Tribunal.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Dental nurse v KDPG Limited
A dental nurse who resigned after securing another job failed to prove she was constructively dismissed or that her employer discriminated against her. All claims were dismissed.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Broadband Technical Support Team member (part-time, evening shifts) v EE Limited
A tribunal found that EE Limited unfairly dismissed a broadband technical support worker with panic disorder after it refused to wait a week for her to return to work, and also discriminated against her because of her disability.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—Nov 2023NHS employee v Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
An NHS employee's unfair dismissal and discrimination claims were dismissed, but the tribunal refused the Trust's application for costs, finding she had a genuine belief in her case and did not act unreasonably.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Former employee v Asda Stores Ltd
A former employee succeeded in her unfair dismissal claim against Asda Stores Ltd, but her age discrimination and harassment complaints were dismissed. She was awarded £27,924.06.
Partial · £27,924 · Nov 2023Partial£27,924Nov 2023Registered mental health nurse (2 years 9 months' service) v Cygnet NW Limited
A registered mental health nurse who alleged race discrimination and harassment by Cygnet NW Limited has had all his claims dismissed by the Sheffield Employment Tribunal.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Former employee v Fenco Ltd t/a Homesafe Housing
A former employee was automatically unfairly dismissed after making a public interest disclosure. The tribunal also found she was owed unpaid salary, holiday pay, and expenses, awarding a total of £4,619.01.
Partial · £4,619 · Nov 2023Partial£4,619Nov 2023Shift Team Leader (9 years' service) v Britvic Soft Drinks Limited
A shift team leader with 9 years' service resigned after being placed on a performance improvement plan, but the tribunal dismissed all claims, finding no breach of contract and serious credibility problems with his evidence.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Warehouse first line manager (3 years' service) v DHL Services Limited
A warehouse first line manager with three years' service at DHL Services Limited resigned after a flawed grievance process. The tribunal upheld his claim for constructive unfair dismissal.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—Nov 2023Business Support Coordinator (2 years' service) v Royal Mail Property and Facilities Solutions Limited
A Business Support Coordinator with two years' service was fairly dismissed after failing to engage with his employer's sickness absence process. The tribunal also awarded £1,771 for unauthorised wage deductions.
Partial · £1,771 · Nov 2023Partial£1,771Nov 2023Delivery and Collection Manager (2 years' service) v Royal Mail Group Ltd
A black Caribbean delivery manager was unfairly dismissed and racially stereotyped after a returned iPhone went missing. The tribunal found Royal Mail's investigation was flawed and the claimant was treated less favourably than a hypothetical white comparator.
Won · Nov 2023Won—Nov 2023Former employee v Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Sainsbury’s was struck out after she failed to attend the final hearing and did not provide a witness statement as ordered. The tribunal refused her application for reconsideration.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Reception Manager (1 year's service) v Mr Paul Watson
A reception manager who resigned after disputes over pay and deductions lost his constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract and no link to proposed paternity leave.
Partial · £931 · Nov 2023Partial£931Nov 2023Former employee v Ideal Shopping Direct Limited (in voluntary liquidation)
A former employee was awarded £37,178 after an employment tribunal found she was discriminated against because of her pregnancy and unfairly dismissed by reason of redundancy.
Won · £37,179 · Nov 2023Won£37,179Nov 2023Graphic Designer (15 years' service) v Embrace Education Limited
A graphic designer with 15 years' service was dismissed by text message during the first lockdown. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair but rejected age discrimination claims.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—Nov 2023Trainee solicitor (1 year 3 months' service) v Sterling Lawyers Limited
A trainee solicitor who sent 106 confidential client emails to her personal address was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct, the tribunal ruled. Her claims of whistleblowing and pregnancy discrimination were rejected.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Former employee v Cardiff & Vale University Local Health Board
An employee with a mental health disability lost all claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination after the tribunal found the health board's absence management process was reasonable.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Security guard (3 years' service) v Mitie Ltd
A security guard who lost most of his sight was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against by Mitie Ltd, which failed to consider reasonable adjustments or a vacant role he suggested.
Won · Nov 2023Won—Nov 2023Paramedic (22 years' service) v South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
A paramedic with 22 years' service lost his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims after the tribunal found his employer acted reasonably in dismissing him for ill-health when his own psychiatrist said he was permanently incapable of working.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Care assistant (2 years 6 months' service) v The Royal Star & Garter Homes
A care assistant was unfairly dismissed after his employer relied on a vaccination deadline that had already been extended. The tribunal awarded £12,137.94.
Won · £12,138 · Nov 2023Won£12,138Nov 2023Agency caretaker (13 days' service) v Future Academies
An agency caretaker who worked for only 13 days at Pimlico Academy lost his claims of direct and indirect discrimination over keys, phone use, and prayer breaks. The tribunal found no less favourable treatment.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Former employee v A&A Enterprises London Ltd
A former employee who signed a settlement agreement and later brought new claims had her case struck out as an abuse of process. The tribunal found she had mental capacity when signing.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Healthcare Consultant (6 years' service) v BUPA Insurance Services Ltd
A healthcare consultant with 6 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct following four customer complaints about his attitude. The tribunal also rejected his claims of race discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Deputy Design Director (5 years' service) v Greenland (United Kingdom) Investment Limited
A deputy design director who brought claims of unfair dismissal, discrimination, harassment, victimisation, and unlawful deduction from wages after being made redundant has lost all her claims at the London Central Employment Tribunal.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Housing Officer (agency worker, 1 month service) v Central Bedfordshire Council
A housing officer who worked for Central Bedfordshire Council for just one month via an agency had her claims of whistleblowing detriment and harassment related to disability and transgender status dismissed by the Watford Employment Tribunal.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Production operative (13 years' service) v Cranswick Convenience Foods Ltd
A production operative with 13 years' service was dismissed for capability due to ill health after a telephone meeting. Most of her claims were struck out as out of time, but one disability discrimination claim will proceed.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—Nov 2023Property Operations Manager (self-employed) v Holborn Assets Insurance Brokers LLC
A property operations manager who worked from home for a Dubai-based firm was found by the tribunal to be self-employed, not an employee or worker, meaning his claims could not proceed.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Customer service assistant (3 years 8 months' service) v Trenitalia C2C Limited
A customer service assistant who tried to strike a teenage customer with an open hand was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct, the tribunal ruled. His race discrimination claims against third-party security guards were also dismissed.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Assistant headteacher (12 years' service) v YY
An assistant headteacher with 12 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after sending a sexual message to a child under duress from a coercive partner. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Casual worker (10 days' service) v JAVA Art Limited
A casual worker who responded to a Facebook post for help unloading a container has won a claim for unpaid wages, holiday pay, and failure to provide a written statement. The tribunal awarded £1,306.
Won · £1,306 · Nov 2023Won£1,306Nov 2023Former employee (25 years' service) v Advisory Conciliation and Arbitration Service
A former employee with 25 years' service lost his constructive dismissal claim against ACAS after resigning over parking arrangements following an office move. The tribunal found the employer had acted reasonably.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Former employee v The A&S Leisure Group Ltd (t/a Napoleon’s Casino Bradford)
A tribunal struck out a former employee's claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination after she admitted inappropriate touching, failed to attend hearings, and ignored tribunal communications.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Healthcare assistant (3 months' service) v Gain Healthcare Limited
A healthcare assistant who was dismissed without notice after just three months has been awarded £480 in notice pay. The tribunal rejected his other claims for automatic unfair dismissal, sex discrimination, and breach of contract.
Partial · £480 · Nov 2023Partial£480Nov 2023Night care assistant (3 years' service) v Runwood Homes Ltd
A night care assistant who was found asleep on three occasions was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal also rejected his claims of discrimination and whistleblowing detriment.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Regional Manager (care homes, probationary period) v Sanctuary Care Limited
A regional manager dismissed during her probationary period for capability reasons lost her claim that she was automatically unfairly dismissed for whistleblowing. The tribunal found her protected disclosure played no part in the decision.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Senior Lecturer v Teesside University
A tribunal struck out a Senior Lecturer's unfair dismissal and race discrimination claim after he failed to attend a preliminary hearing and did not comply with orders to explain his absence. His application to reconsider was refused.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Senior hairdresser (12 years' service) v Razors Edge Group Limited
A senior hairdresser with 12 years' service who resigned after her employer refused her GP-recommended phased return of two days a week has been awarded £13,699 for constructive unfair dismissal and failure to make reasonable adjustments.
Partial · £13,699 · Nov 2023Partial£13,699Nov 2023Office Manager (5 months' service) v Trustmark Plans Limited
An office manager with just five months' service was sexually harassed by a colleague and then dismissed using fake disciplinary records. The tribunal awarded £39,662.92.
Partial · £39,663 · Nov 2023Partial£39,663Nov 2023Care home manager (3 years' service) v HC One Limited
A care home manager with lupus who resigned after the Covid vaccine mandate was introduced has lost her constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Chartered physiotherapist (Head Sports Physiotherapist, 5 months' service) v Barnet Football Club Ltd
A head sports physiotherapist was constructively dismissed after being investigated and having her grievance rejected following her pregnancy disclosure. The tribunal awarded £18,152.48.
Partial · £18,152 · Oct 2023Partial£18,152Oct 2023Procurement Director (9 years' service) v Northern Housing Consortium Ltd
A procurement director who resigned after raising concerns about commission on expired contracts has lost her tribunal claims for constructive unfair dismissal, whistleblowing detriment and disability discrimination.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Facilities Manager (6 years' service) v Marsh Farm Futures
A facilities manager with dyslexia and heart failure was unfairly dismissed after his employer turned a redundancy process into a disciplinary hearing. The tribunal found the process was a sham and the real reason was a breakdown in trust and confidence.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Senior Bookseller (13 years' service) v Waterstones Booksellers Limited
A senior bookseller with 13 years' service was unfairly dismissed after being summarily dismissed during an investigation meeting. The tribunal awarded £11,471.80, including a 12.5% uplift for failing to follow the ACAS Code.
Partial · £11,472 · Oct 2023Partial£11,472Oct 2023Course Leader for Sport (23 years' service) v New City College Limited
A tribunal found that New City College unfairly dismissed a course leader with 23 years' service after a flawed investigation into misconduct during the pandemic. The claimant was awarded £53,256.95 including a 20% ACAS uplift.
Partial · £53,257 · Oct 2023Partial£53,257Oct 2023Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (9 years' service) v West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust
An employment tribunal has dismissed all claims by a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist who argued she was unfairly dismissed for whistleblowing and race discrimination, upholding the NHS trust's decision to dismiss her on capability grounds after a coroner found her account of a baby's death unreliable.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Care home manager (9 years' service) v Prime Care (UK) Ltd t/a Sylvan Home Care Service
A Liverpool tribunal ruled that a care home manager with nine years' service was unfairly dismissed for smoking in the office, finding the real reason was antagonism after she raised a grievance. She was awarded £3,854.25, reduced by 50% for contributory fault.
Partial · £3,854 · Oct 2023Partial£3,854Oct 2023Pharmacy Manager (15 years' service) v Bestway Panacea Holdings Limited
A pharmacy manager who resigned after his employer reduced hours based on computer modelling has lost his constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Research Assistant (12 years' service) v Newcastle University
A research assistant with 12 years' service lost her claim for unfair dismissal, whistleblowing detriment and disability discrimination after the tribunal found her redundancy was genuinely due to loss of funding.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Former employee v Ministry of Justice
A former employee was allowed to amend her claim to add details to a failure to make reasonable adjustments claim, but her attempt to add new claims of direct sex discrimination and harassment was refused by the tribunal.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Production operative (6 years' service) v Jaguar Land Rover Limited
A production operative with six years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against due to disability-related sickness absence. The tribunal awarded £147,572.75 in compensation.
Won · £147,573 · Oct 2023Won£147,573Oct 2023Client Account Manager (4 years' service) v NSL Limited
A Client Account Manager with 4 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after refusing to attend selection interviews and declining an alternative role. The tribunal upheld the dismissal by a majority, finding the redundancy genuine and the process reasonable.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Sales Administrator (11 years' service) v Launch Tech UK Limited
A Sales Administrator with 11 years' service resigned after a workplace argument and poor communication, but the tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract or discrimination.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Swimming teachers v Achieve Lifestyle Ltd
A tribunal found that Achieve Lifestyle Ltd unfairly dismissed two swimming teachers after a dispute over furlough pay, and failed to make reasonable adjustments for one teacher with breast cancer.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Train driver (5 years' service) v London Underground Limited
A London Underground train driver with five years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after being sacked for long-term sickness despite occupational health and a specialist both saying he could return with adjustments.
Won · Oct 2023Won—Oct 2023General Manager (17 years' service) v Bestway Wholesale Limited
A General Manager with 17 years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after his IT account was used to raise fraudulent credit notes worth £32,000. The tribunal found the dismissal fair and rejected all other claims.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Civil Enforcement Officer (parking warden) (12 years' service) v NSL Limited
A civil enforcement officer with severe dyslexia was unfairly dismissed after GPS data appeared to contradict his patrol records. The tribunal found procedural failings and indirect disability discrimination, awarding £17,126.
Partial · £17,127 · Oct 2023Partial£17,127Oct 2023Medical Lead (GP) v Practice Plus Group Health and Rehabilitation Services Ltd
A tribunal found that a GP with bipolar disorder and severe neck pain was constructively dismissed and discriminated against after her employer failed to provide a suitable chair and mouse, and treated her negatively in a performance meeting.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Call centre agent (10 months' service) v Salim Algunaidi
A call centre agent with learning difficulties failed to prove that his managers discriminated against him. The tribunal dismissed claims of failure to make reasonable adjustments and harassment.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Former employee v Acton Vale Community Association
A former employee has won her claim for constructive unfair dismissal and breach of contract for notice pay against Acton Vale Community Association. A remedy hearing will determine compensation in January 2024.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Estate agent employee v Staton’s Estate Agents LLP
An estate agent with Crohn's disease was constructively dismissed and discriminated against after her employer sidelined her due to her disability. The tribunal awarded £46,652.74.
Partial · £46,653 · Oct 2023Partial£46,653Oct 2023Customer Service Manager (6 years' service) v Ladbrokes Betting and Gaming Limited
A Customer Service Manager with 6 years' service was constructively dismissed after being repeatedly overlooked for increased hours while a colleague was given a 30-hour contract. The tribunal found direct disability discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Customer Adviser (22 years' service) v Boots Management Services Ltd
A customer adviser with 22 years' service was unfairly dismissed by Boots after a redundancy exercise that failed to properly explore alternative roles. The tribunal upheld the unfair dismissal claim but dismissed race-related complaints.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Former employee v Beaver-Visitec International Limited
A former employee's harassment and victimisation claims against her employer were deemed in time if there was conduct over a period, but time was extended for a harassment claim against the individual manager.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Former employee v Mazars LLP
A former employee won claims of constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination against Mazars LLP after the firm failed to make reasonable adjustments and subjected him to harassment.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Commercial Manager (2 years' service) v T&R Direct Insurance Limited
A Commercial Manager who was shouted at and demeaned after returning from depression-related sick leave was constructively dismissed. The tribunal awarded £56,542 for unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and harassment.
Won · £56,542 · Oct 2023Won£56,542Oct 2023Non-registered vaccinator (supplied by Bank Partners to UCLH) v Anonymous respondent
A tribunal dismissed claims of disability discrimination and harassment by a vaccinator with borderline personality disorder who was sent home from work due to concerns about her emotional stability and medication status.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Former employee (3 years' service) v Areaworks Group Limited (in voluntary liquidation)
A former employee was unfairly dismissed after making a protected disclosure about health and safety. The tribunal awarded over £50,000, including a 25% uplift for the employer's failure to follow the ACAS Code of Conduct.
Partial · £50,312 · Oct 2023Partial£50,312Oct 2023Passenger Assistant (3 years 6 months' service) v Elizabeth Abbots T/A Ladybirds Travel
A tribunal found a passenger assistant with sciatica was not disabled at the time of her dismissal, because her symptoms had not lasted 12 months and there was no evidence they would. The disability discrimination claim was dismissed.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Former employee (12 years' service) v Sovereign Housing Association Ltd
A housing association was found to have constructively dismissed a long-serving employee after mishandling his grievance. The tribunal awarded over £11,000 in compensation, including a basic award of £6,096 and a compensatory award of £1,073.
Partial · £11,233 · Oct 2023Partial£11,233Oct 2023Team Member (36 years' service) v BT Plc
A team member with 36 years' service resigned after performance concerns were raised following a new ticketing system. The tribunal dismissed her constructive dismissal claim but awarded £306.40 for unpaid holiday pay.
Partial · £306 · Oct 2023Partial£306Oct 2023Barrister (criminal defence) v Stonewall Equality Limited
A barrister who was investigated by her chambers after tweeting about gender critical beliefs has been awarded £22,000 for direct discrimination and victimisation.
Partial · £22,000 · Oct 2023Partial£22,000Oct 2023Driver v Conexim Solutions Ltd
An employment tribunal struck out a driver's unfair dismissal and age discrimination claims after he failed to attend a case management hearing and did not comply with orders to provide details of his case.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Teacher of Welsh as a second language (17 years' service) v Vale of Glamorgan Council
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a Welsh teacher with 17 years' service after a lengthy capability procedure, finding that the employer made reasonable adjustments and acted fairly.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Driving examiner (14 years' service) v Driving & Vehicle Standards Agency
A driving examiner with 14 years' service was dismissed for taking photos of a colleague's personal data. The tribunal found the dismissal fair and rejected all claims of discrimination and whistleblowing detriment.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023NHS employee v Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust
An NHS employee who tried to amend her claim three years after presenting it, adding new disability discrimination and whistleblowing allegations, has been refused by the tribunal due to the balance of hardship favouring the trust.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Security guard (6 years' service) v Bidvest Noonan (UK) Ltd
A security guard who worked only six shifts in 12 months was fairly dismissed for lack of availability, but the tribunal awarded him £790.70 for unpaid notice and holiday pay.
Partial · £791 · Oct 2023Partial£791Oct 2023Former employee v Premier EA and FS Ltd
A former employee of Premier EA and FS Ltd has been awarded £58,077 after the tribunal found she was subjected to pregnancy and maternity discrimination, victimisation for raising grievances, and detriment for making protected disclosures, culminating in her unfair dismissal.
Won · £58,077 · Oct 2023Won£58,077Oct 2023Dog walker/day care worker (5 years' service) v Look Who’s Walking Limited
A dog walker who worked set hours for five years was found to be an employee, not a self-employed contractor, and awarded over £11,700 for unfair dismissal and age discrimination.
Won · £11,707 · Oct 2023Won£11,707Oct 2023Former employee v Ocado Central Services Ltd
A former employee with a disability succeeded in a reasonable adjustments claim after Ocado failed to implement a phased return to work recommended by occupational health. The tribunal awarded £8,271.35, including £5,000 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £8,271 · Oct 2023Partial£8,271Oct 2023Kitchen porter/general assistant v Bartlett Mitchell Limited
A tribunal refused to order a claimant's representative to pay wasted costs, despite the claimant withdrawing all claims the day before the final hearing, because the respondent could not prove improper conduct.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Former employee v Amazon UK Services Limited
A tribunal ruled that a former Amazon employee with tendonitis, polyarthritis and cervicalgia was disabled under the Equality Act, despite the employer's occupational health reports suggesting otherwise.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Production operative (10 months' service) v GI Recruitment Limited
A production operative who reported sexual harassment but was later dismissed for gross misconduct after leaving work early without clocking out has lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Teaching Assistant (5 years' service) v Lancashire County Council
A teaching assistant with anxiety and depression failed to prove that a council's refusal to let his mother represent him at a disciplinary appeal was a failure to make reasonable adjustments. The tribunal dismissed the claim.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Security supervisor (22 years' service) v Bidvest Noonan (UK) Limited
A security supervisor with 22 years' service was fairly dismissed for a fundamental breakdown of trust and confidence after he repeatedly emailed senior management and a client threatened to cancel its contract. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Client Services Director (2 years 7 months' service) v Send DM Limited
A Client Services Director who resigned over unpaid sick pay and a claimed promotion of a male colleague has lost her constructive dismissal and sex discrimination claims. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · £269 · Oct 2023Lost£269Oct 2023Former employee v First Greater Western Ltd
A tribunal found that a former employee had conducted litigation unreasonably but refused to strike out her claim, allowing it to proceed to a final hearing despite delays and disputes over the list of issues.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Customer Support Officer (15 months' service) v Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency
A Customer Support Officer with long COVID and diabetes was dismissed after 8 months' absence. The tribunal rejected his disability discrimination claims, finding the DVLA acted reasonably.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Finance Manager (7 years' service) v SSCP Spring Bidco Limited t/a Outcomes First Group Limited
An Employment Tribunal has dismissed all claims of maternity discrimination, harassment, victimisation and unfair dismissal brought by a Finance Manager who was made redundant shortly after returning from maternity leave.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Part-time band 4 endoscopy scheduler (9 years' service) v Medway NHS Foundation Trust
A part-time endoscopy scheduler with 9 years' service lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim after the tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract by Medway NHS Foundation Trust.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Hair stylist (3 months' service) v Hair at Two Ten Limited
A hair stylist who worked for just three months at a salon without a written contract has been found by an employment tribunal to be an employee, not self-employed, paving the way for her discrimination and pay claims.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Personal Banker (8 years' service) v Santander UK Plc
An employment tribunal has dismissed a personal banker's claims of constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination against Santander UK Plc, finding that the final straw she relied on was innocuous and that earlier alleged breaches were not linked to her resignation.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Paramedic (27 years' service) v London Ambulance Service NHS Trust
A London Ambulance Service paramedic who was dismissed for bullying colleagues after failing a mask fit test has lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer's investigation was thorough and the decision reasonable.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Pre-school practitioner v St Mark’s Pre-School
A pre-school practitioner who claimed she was dismissed for whistleblowing lost her case after the tribunal found her disclosures did not tend to show health or safety endangerment.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Contracts and Procurement Lawyer (agency worker) v London Borough of Waltham Forest
An agency Contracts and Procurement Lawyer lost her race discrimination, harassment and victimisation claims against the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The tribunal also ordered her to pay costs for pursuing claims with no reasonable prospect of success.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Faculty Manager (23 years' service) v Canterbury Christ Church University
A tribunal found that Canterbury Christ Church University unfairly dismissed a faculty manager and discriminated against her because of her disability when it decided she was not appointable to a new role due to her ill health. She was awarded £32,684.
Won · £32,684 · Oct 2023Won£32,684Oct 2023Process Controller / Vessel Controller (25 years' service) v The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company
A process controller with 25 years' service had his harassment claim struck out as too old, and his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims dismissed after a full hearing. The tribunal found the dismissal was fair and any discrimination was justified.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Paralegal/caseworker (1 year 10 months' service) v Khans Solicitors
A paralegal with six disabilities was unfairly dismissed after asserting her right to be paid and asking for reasonable adjustments. The tribunal awarded £109,020.64.
Won · £109,021 · Sept 2023Won£109,021Sept 2023Former employee v Fyfe Mcdade Ltd
A former employee was unfairly dismissed after Fyfe Mcdade Ltd applied an unreasonable disciplinary procedure. The tribunal awarded £2,373.20, reduced by 50% for the employee's own conduct.
Partial · £2,373 · Sept 2023Partial£2,373Sept 2023Pastry chef (zero-hours contract) v Damask Catering Limited
A pastry chef on a zero-hours contract claimed she was verbally dismissed during a 10-minute meeting, but the tribunal found no dismissal took place and struck out her claims.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Former employee v Beechwood Property Services Ltd
A former employee who was sacked for alleged dishonesty over a positive Covid-19 test in Cameroon lost his unfair dismissal claim but won £1,536.60 for wrongful dismissal. The tribunal found the dismissal was procedurally fair but the employer failed to give proper notice.
Partial · £1,537 · Sept 2023Partial£1,537Sept 2023Front-of-house staff (16-year-old student, less than 5 months' service) v Smart NYD Ltd t/a New York Diner
A 16-year-old front-of-house worker was dismissed three days after her mother confronted the manager about sexual harassment by a chef. The Manchester tribunal awarded £13,886 for victimisation.
Partial · £13,886 · Sept 2023Partial£13,886Sept 2023Insurance Account Handler (16 years' service) v Eden Insurance Services Limited
An insurance account handler with 16 years' service succeeded in her equal pay and constructive unfair dismissal claims after her employer failed to address a pay gap with a less experienced male colleague doing like work.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023HGV driver (Tramper) v RT Keedwell Group Ltd
An HGV driver with COPD who resigned after his employer refused to furlough him in November 2020 has lost his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found the employer correctly interpreted the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme rules.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee v International Procurement and Logistics Ltd
A former employee who brought claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and holiday pay arrears has been ordered to pay £4,490 in costs after failing to attend hearings and ignoring a Calderbank offer.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Account Manager (19 years' service) v 52 Street Events Supplies Ltd
An account manager with 19 years' unblemished service was summarily dismissed by email while on maternity leave, with no investigation or disciplinary hearing. The tribunal awarded £37,310.
Won · £37,310 · Sept 2023Won£37,310Sept 2023LSE Fellow (teaching role, 3 years' service) v The London School of Economics and Political Science
An LSE Fellow who alleged sexual harassment by a student and then never returned to work has lost his unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and victimisation claims. The tribunal found his allegations were dishonest and made in bad faith, and ordered him to pay the LSE's costs on an indemnity basis.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023IT and Comms Manager (1 year 2 months' service) v The Charles Kalms, Henry Ronson Immanuel College
An IT manager with 14 months' service was fairly dismissed for gross negligence after a sophisticated cyber-attack. The tribunal rejected his unfair dismissal claim, finding the school's decision within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employees v Disclosure and Barring Service
A tribunal struck out all claims brought by four former employees of the Disclosure and Barring Service, finding their conduct of the litigation was so unreasonable that a fair hearing was no longer possible.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Former employee (15 years' service) v Crystal Clear Designs and Signs Ltd
A former employee with 15 years' service was constructively dismissed after a campaign of race harassment. The tribunal awarded over £34,000 including £21,000 for injury to feelings.
Won · £34,281 · Sept 2023Won£34,281Sept 2023Firefighter (18 years' service) v Royal Berkshire Fire Authority (also known as Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service)
An employment tribunal has ruled that Royal Berkshire Fire Authority fairly dismissed a firefighter who pleaded guilty to 12 firearms offences, rejecting claims of race and disability discrimination.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Wedding events manager (Mrs Brake) and Facilities and land manager (Mr Brake) v Axnoller Events Ltd (1), The Cheddington Court Estate Ltd (2), Dr Geoffrey Guy (3), Mr Russell Bowyer (4)
A married couple who worked as wedding events and facilities managers were fairly dismissed after a heated meeting where the husband shouted at the company owner. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and whistleblowing detriment.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Law Enforcement Officer (4 years' service) v London Borough of Newham
A law enforcement officer with four years' service was fairly dismissed by redundancy and his claims of race and age discrimination, harassment, and victimisation were dismissed by the tribunal.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Security guard v Seal Security UK Ltd
A security guard who was dismissed after being found asleep during his shift at Bloomberg LLP has lost his claims for unfair dismissal and discrimination. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably and the discrimination claims had no merit.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee v Royal Mail Group Ltd
A former Royal Mail employee's unfair dismissal claim was dismissed after he and his union representative failed to attend the first hearing. The judgment was later revoked due to the rep's family bereavement, but the claim was ultimately rejected on its merits.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former postal worker (OPG, 8 years' service) v Royal Mail Group Ltd
A former Royal Mail employee who was dismissed for gross misconduct claimed his application for a seasonal role was rejected because of his earlier discrimination complaints. The tribunal disagreed, finding the rejection was automatic and unrelated to any protected act.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee v The Blurt Foundation CIC (in creditors’ voluntary liquidation)
A former employee won automatic unfair dismissal and pregnancy/maternity discrimination claims after The Blurt Foundation failed to respond. The tribunal awarded £15,093.21, including an uplift for breaching the Acas Code.
Won · £15,093 · Sept 2023Won£15,093Sept 2023Team Leader (16+ years' service) v ISS Facilities Services Ltd
A team leader with 16+ years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after three colleagues saw an indecent video of child abuse on her phone. The employment tribunal upheld the dismissal as fair.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Nursing Assistant (18 years' service) v University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal struck out an unfair dismissal claim by a nursing assistant with 18 years' service after she failed to comply with orders, including providing a witness statement. No compensation was awarded.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Former employee v Autosparx Limited
A former employee was unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to prove a genuine redundancy exercise. The tribunal awarded £1,921.85 in compensation.
Partial · £1,922 · Sept 2023Partial£1,922Sept 2023Security Patrol Officer v Pace Security Services Limited
A tribunal dismissed claims that a security officer was left out of furlough and overlooked because of his race, but awarded £984 for unpaid holiday accrued during sickness.
Partial · £984 · Sept 2023Partial£984Sept 2023Former employee v GI Group Recruitment Ltd and BMW (UK) Manufacturing Ltd
A former agency worker's claims of disability discrimination against GI Group Recruitment Ltd and BMW (UK) Manufacturing Ltd were dismissed after the tribunal found he was not an employee and his complaints were not well founded.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Senior Lecturer (14 years' service) v University of the Arts London
A senior lecturer with 14 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after developing a romantic relationship with a student. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and race discrimination.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee (5 years' service) v Open GI Ltd
A tribunal found that Open GI Ltd unfairly dismissed a disabled employee after he attended his manager's home with white spirit, but awarded no compensation due to his conduct. The employee received £2,805 for injury to feelings on a related discrimination claim.
Partial · £2,805 · Sept 2023Partial£2,805Sept 2023Community Staff Nurse (10 years' service) v Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
A community staff nurse who resigned after her NHS trust failed to contact her about redeployment during long-term sickness has won her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal awarded £41,935.
Partial · £41,935 · Sept 2023Partial£41,935Sept 2023Digital Delivery Manager v Institute of Physics
A Digital Delivery Manager with multiple sclerosis was fairly dismissed for redundancy, the tribunal ruled, finding a genuine redundancy situation and fair process despite disability discrimination claims.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Family law solicitor (self-employed consultant, 11 years' service) v Sinclairslaw Ltd
A family law solicitor who claimed Sinclairslaw Ltd failed to respond to her email because of her age or sex has lost her discrimination claim. The tribunal found the non-response was an innocent oversight.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee v Freespee Limited
The tribunal dismissed a former employee's application for specific disclosure of documents, ruling that a foreign qualified in-house lawyer had capacity to give legal advice and that the dominant purpose of the communications was legal advice.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Head Butler & Valet (6 years' service) v Shenton Properties Ltd
A head butler with six years' service lost his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims after a tribunal found his redundancy was genuine and fairly handled.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Business consultant (8 months' service) v Eunisure Limited (in voluntary liquidation)
A business consultant who was refused homeworking after training has won £5,130 for unpaid commission, holiday pay and notice pay, but her claim of associative disability discrimination was dismissed.
Partial · £5,130 · Sept 2023Partial£5,130Sept 2023Office Manager (3 years' service) v Bartco Ltd
A Reading tribunal found that Bartco Ltd unfairly dismissed its office manager after a flawed investigation and pre-determined decision, awarding £11,932.17.
Partial · £11,932 · Sept 2023Partial£11,932Sept 2023Former employee (makeup specialist) v Makeup Specialists Limited
A makeup specialist was automatically unfairly dismissed because of her pregnancy. The tribunal awarded over £40,000 including an ACAS code uplift and injury to feelings.
Won · £40,465 · Sept 2023Won£40,465Sept 2023Property Maintenance Manager (2 years' service) v Melin Homes Ltd
A property maintenance manager who was dismissed after less than two years' service following bullying complaints has lost his claims of unfair dismissal, age discrimination and trade union detriment. The tribunal found the dismissal was fair and not motivated by age.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee (Lead Country Accountant, 4 years' service) v Venator Materials UK Ltd
A former employee's claims for unfair dismissal, race discrimination and whistleblowing detriment have been struck out after he repeatedly failed to comply with tribunal orders and did not attend hearings.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Former employee v HFD Limited
A former employee who submitted an unfair dismissal claim and then cut all contact has had his case struck out and been ordered to pay £723.80 in costs.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Social worker (12 years' service) v Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
A social worker with 12 years' service had her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims dismissed after she failed to comply with a deposit order and an unless order. Her application to set aside the dismissal was refused.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Warehouse operative (12 years' service) v Regional logistics company
Employer dismissed a long-serving warehouse worker after eight months of sickness absence without obtaining an up-to-date medical report. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair.
Won · £18,450 · Sept 2023Won£18,450Sept 2023Former employee v Wales England Care Ltd
A former employee's pregnancy-related unfair dismissal claim against Wales England Care Ltd was allowed to proceed after the tribunal identified the correct employer, dismissing claims against a dissolved company and a liquidated one.
Remitted · Sept 2023Remitted—Sept 2023Former employee v Vibrant Energy Matters Ltd
A former employee has won her harassment and victimisation claims after her employer forwarded her emails alleging sex discrimination to the person she complained about, who then called her. She was later dismissed.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023IT Business Partner (10 years' service) v Transport for London
An IT Business Partner with 10 years' service was unfairly dismissed by Transport for London after the tribunal found the real reason was poor performance, not a breakdown in relationships. Compensation will be reduced by 35% due to her own conduct.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023Sales Progressor (2 years 7 months' service) v Paradigm Housing Group Limited
A tribunal has rejected claims of unfair dismissal, pregnancy discrimination and sex discrimination brought by a Sales Progressor who was dismissed after a performance improvement plan that began shortly after her miscarriage.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee v Together Stronger (South Wales) Ltd.
A former employee with less than two years' service won over £11,000 after being constructively dismissed and discriminated against due to his disability. The tribunal found the employer made unauthorised deductions and failed to provide a written statement of employment particulars.
Partial · £11,014 · Sept 2023Partial£11,014Sept 2023Technician (6 years' service) v Crossroads Group Limited
An employment tribunal has ruled that a technician with an inguinal hernia, prolapsed disc and nerve damage was disabled under the Equality Act from June 2022. The decision clears the way for his claims of disability discrimination and failure to make reasonable adjustments.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023Customer Service Adviser (2 years' service) v Lloyds Bank plc
A customer service adviser with 2 years' service was constructively unfairly dismissed after Lloyds Bank failed to carry out a pregnancy risk assessment or provide a supportive chair, and mishandled her grievance. The tribunal upheld her pregnancy discrimination and unfair dismissal claims.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023Data Protection Officer (9 months' service) v The Veterinary Defence Society Limited
A Data Protection Officer who alleged he was dismissed for making protected disclosures saw his claim struck out after failing to comply with tribunal orders. His interim relief application was dismissed for not meeting the high threshold of a 'pretty good chance' of success.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Customer Service Adviser (4 years' service) v BSH Home Appliances Limited
A customer service adviser with functional neurological disorder lost his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found the employer's process was fair and the dismissal justified.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Client care associate (6 years' service) v Shred-it Ltd
A client care associate with six years' service was dismissed for aggressive behaviour and unauthorised absences while on a final written warning. The tribunal upheld the dismissal, finding the employer acted reasonably.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Business Development Manager (3 years' service) v Siemens Healthcare Ltd
A Business Development Manager who resigned claiming constructive dismissal due to race discrimination lost his case. The tribunal found Siemens Healthcare Ltd had genuine, evidence-based performance concerns and had not breached the implied term of trust and confidence.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Bus driver (7 weeks' service) v Abellio London Limited
A bus driver with only 7 weeks' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after using his mobile phone while driving. The tribunal struck out his unfair dismissal and race discrimination claims.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Smart Meter Installer (11 months' service) v Morrison Data Services Limited
A smart meter installer with chronic migraines was dismissed after three months' absence. The tribunal found he was disabled but that the employer acted reasonably and did not discriminate.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Accounts Manager (2 years 10 months' service) v First Call Contract Services Limited
An accounts manager who suffered a miscarriage and lost her husband in quick succession was unfairly dismissed by First Call Contract Services Limited. The tribunal awarded £72,948.30 for unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and indirect sex discrimination.
Won · £72,948 · Sept 2023Won£72,948Sept 2023Health Visitor (39 years' service) v Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Local Health Board
A health visitor who resigned after delays in occupational health referrals, expenses, and grievance handling has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer's failings did not amount to a fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Food Technology Technician (12 years' service) v South West Essex Community Education Trust Limited
A Food Technology Technician with 12 years' service was fairly dismissed for capability after a long-term sickness absence, the tribunal ruled, finding the employer had properly considered redeployment and made reasonable adjustments.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Shift manager (4 years 9 months' service) v One Stop Stores Limited
A shift manager who gave ice cream to a school and charity without approval was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and race discrimination.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Pharmacy Assistant (12 years' service) v Bestway Panacea Holdings Limited
A tribunal rejected claims of constructive unfair dismissal and race discrimination brought by a pharmacy assistant after her annual leave requests were refused and her grievance was not upheld.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Responsive repairs plumber (6 years' service) v Coalo Limited
A plumber with six years' service was awarded £134,411 after his employer failed to implement occupational health recommendations, cut his sick pay, and ignored his grievance. The tribunal found constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Partial · £134,412 · Sept 2023Partial£134,412Sept 2023Police officer (18 months' service) v British Transport Police Authority
A police officer with PTSD who was dismissed after a domestic violence allegation has lost his disability and sex discrimination claims. The tribunal found the misconduct panel's decision was not influenced by his disability.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional (2 years' service) v Mountain Healthcare Limited
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a forensic custody nurse who could not kneel to perform CPR due to bilateral knee replacements. The employer was found to have acted within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee v John Lewis plc
A former employee of John Lewis plc who was dismissed for unauthorised absence and failure to follow reporting procedures has lost her unfair dismissal and race discrimination claims. The tribunal also ordered her to pay £13,250 in costs.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Production Team Member (2 years' service) v Bighams Ltd
A production worker with a final written warning for threatening behaviour was fairly dismissed after shouting at a colleague. The tribunal also ordered Bighams Ltd to pay £648.96 for unpaid holiday.
Partial · £649 · Sept 2023Partial£649Sept 2023Firefighter (8 years' service) v London Fire Commissioner
A firefighter with 8 years' service lost his claims of victimisation, harassment, constructive dismissal and direct discrimination against the London Fire Commissioner. The tribunal found no unlawful treatment and dismissed the direct discrimination claim as out of time.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023University academic (disabled employee) v University of the West of England
A university academic with Parkinson's disease was allowed to pursue her unfair dismissal claim 10 days late after the tribunal found it was not reasonably practicable to file on time due to her disability and IT problems.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023Security Operations Manager (14 years' service) v Mitie Limited
A Security Operations Manager with 14 years' service was fairly dismissed after taking two bicycles from lost property without permission. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and race discrimination.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Assistant team manager and duty manager (8 years' service) v John Lewis Plc
An assistant team manager with eight years' service was fairly dismissed after CCTV showed him pushing, grabbing and kicking members of the public. The tribunal rejected his claims of disability discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Former employee v PMP Recruitment Limited
A former employee of PMP Recruitment Limited succeeded in claims of direct discrimination and harassment on grounds of age, race, and sex, and was awarded over £19,000 in compensation.
Partial · £19,310 · Sept 2023Partial£19,310Sept 2023Nurse (care home) v Alliance Care (Dales Homes) Limited
A care home nurse who claimed race discrimination after receiving a final written warning for a fire safety breach has had his claim dismissed. The tribunal found no less favourable treatment compared to other staff.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Head of E-Commerce (8 months' service) v Mibelle Ltd
A tribunal found that a Head of E-Commerce with 8 months' service was genuinely redundant, rejecting claims that her dismissal was linked to her pregnancy. She succeeded only on a claim for unpaid holiday pay.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023Former employee v Circle Wood Ltd
A tribunal struck out a former employee's claim that she was discriminated against because of her caring responsibilities for her disabled mother, ruling that section 15 of the Equality Act does not cover discrimination by association.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Senior delivery, operations and support engineer (8 years' service) v BT PLC
An employment tribunal has rejected claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination and victimisation brought by a BT engineer dismissed for breaching IT policies, but upheld claims for unpaid overtime and holiday pay totalling £4,666.81.
Partial · £4,667 · Sept 2023Partial£4,667Sept 2023Deputy Principal (14 years' service) v The Shared Learning Trust
A deputy principal with 14 years' service was unfairly dismissed after the trust failed to tell her the purpose of a redundancy consultation meeting. The tribunal awarded no compensation, however, finding she would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023Seasonal groundsman (14 months' service) v Lickhill Manor Ltd t/a Lincomb Lock Caravan Park
A seasonal groundsman who was dismissed while signed off sick lost his disability discrimination and unfair dismissal claims after the tribunal found he was not genuinely unable to work due to his disability but was instead pursuing his own private businesses.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Clinical director lead veterinary surgeon v Medivet Group Limited
A veterinary surgeon who claimed disability discrimination over her dismissal lost her case because her employer did not know and could not reasonably have known she was disabled due to hypothyroidism.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Former employee (design and printing company) v SP Group Ltd (In Administration) and Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
A tribunal has awarded 221 former employees of SP Group Ltd a protective award of 90 days' pay after the company made them redundant without any collective consultation when it went into administration.
Won · Aug 2023Won—Aug 2023Senior Electrical Engineer/Supervisor (8 years' service) v Bechtel Ltd
An employment tribunal found that Bechtel Ltd unfairly dismissed a senior electrical engineer during a redundancy process, ruling that the selection lacked transparency. The claimant's race, caste, and whistleblowing claims were dismissed.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Former employee v Woods Catering Staffordshire Ltd (in liquidation)
A former employee with a disability was awarded over £320,000 after an employment tribunal found she was harassed, victimised, and unfairly dismissed by Woods Catering Staffordshire Ltd and its director.
Won · £320,476 · Aug 2023Won£320,476Aug 2023Bus driver (6 years' service) v Bournemouth Transport Limited (in administration)
A bus driver with long COVID was dismissed the day after furlough ended, without waiting for specialist medical input. The tribunal found unfair dismissal and disability discrimination, awarding £2,597.04.
Won · £2,597 · Aug 2023Won£2,597Aug 2023Former employee (patient transport/administrative role) v Medicare EMS Group UK Limited
A former employee who brought claims for unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination had her case struck out after failing to comply with orders and not attending the hearing.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Job applicant (former Band 2 Clerical Supervisor) v Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
A job applicant with fibromyalgia had his offer withdrawn after requesting part-time hours. The tribunal found direct disability discrimination and awarded £8,067.
Partial · £8,068 · Aug 2023Partial£8,068Aug 2023Former employee v ISWP Support Services Limited
A former employee who resigned after being required to attend a disciplinary investigation meeting following protected disclosures has won claims for detriment, disability discrimination, harassment and victimisation, but her constructive unfair dismissal claim was dismissed. She was awarded £12,822.78.
Partial · £12,823 · Aug 2023Partial£12,823Aug 2023Former employee v Heavenly Body Ltd
A former employee has been awarded £10,282 after her employer, Heavenly Body Ltd, failed to attend hearings or respond to claims of unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination.
Won · £10,282 · Aug 2023Won£10,282Aug 2023Former employee v Green and Brown Ltd
A former employee with a dilated right kidney has been found disabled under the Equality Act, allowing his discrimination claims to proceed to a full hearing.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Band 5 Staff Nurse (6 years' service) v Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board
A Band 5 Staff Nurse was constructively dismissed after making protected disclosures about patient safety and an alleged assault. The tribunal found the Health Board subjected her to detriments including suspension and a flawed disciplinary process.
Won · Aug 2023Won—Aug 2023Former employee v Mrs Victoria Henderson t/a The Spirit Group
A former employee with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and type 2 diabetes was dismissed because of her pregnancy and disability. The tribunal awarded £24,626.93.
Won · £24,627 · Aug 2023Won£24,627Aug 2023Store Manager (3 years' service) v EE Limited
A store manager who took unauthorised holiday during an iPhone launch embargo was fairly dismissed, the tribunal ruled, rejecting his claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination based on dyslexia.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Support worker (2.5 months' service) v Accomplish Group Limited
A support worker with 2.5 months' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after swearing at a person they supported. The tribunal rejected claims of disability discrimination because the employer did not know of his undiagnosed ADHD.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Former employee v Spicehaart Group Services Limited
A tribunal has dismissed a company's application for a costs order and a wasted costs order against a former employee and her solicitor, finding that the claim was adequately particularised and that neither party acted unreasonably.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Former employee v London Underground Ltd
A former employee of London Underground has won claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and failure to make reasonable adjustments. The tribunal awarded £121,922.59 in compensation.
Won · £121,923 · Aug 2023Won£121,923Aug 2023Teaching Assistant (6 months' service) v Knossington Grange School Ltd
A tribunal ruled that a teaching assistant with ADHD, anxiety and depression was disabled at the time of her employment, allowing her disability discrimination claim to proceed.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Former employee (7 years' service) v Equans Services Limited
A former employee with 7 years' service saw his constructive dismissal and age discrimination claims survive a strike-out application, but his disability discrimination claims were dismissed after the tribunal found he was not disabled under the Equality Act.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Occupational Therapy Assistant (Band 3, 3 years' service) v University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
An occupational therapy assistant who missed a promotion opportunity while on sick leave because she did not check her work email has lost her constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal ruled the oversight was unintentional.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Traffic Order/Project Engineer (11 years' service) v London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
An engineer with 11 years' service resigned by email but the council's IT system quarantined it; the disciplinary hearing went ahead and she was dismissed. The tribunal struck out her discrimination and victimisation claims.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Production line worker (12 years' service) v Jaguar Land Rover Limited
A production line worker with 12 years' service failed to prove that Jaguar Land Rover victimised him by managing his sickness absence after he brought a sex discrimination claim. The tribunal found the employer's actions were not because of the protected act.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Former employee v The High Street Surgery
A former employee of The High Street Surgery won her constructive unfair dismissal claim after resigning due to her employer's conduct. The Watford tribunal awarded £5,687.21 but dismissed her disability discrimination claims.
Partial · £5,687 · Aug 2023Partial£5,687Aug 2023Former employee (rehabilitation sector) v KTB Rehabilitation Ltd
A tribunal extended time for an unfair dismissal claim filed 11 days late, but struck it out for lack of merit. The claimant succeeded only on a breach of contract claim for notice pay, receiving £948.78.
Partial · £949 · Aug 2023Partial£949Aug 2023Theatre and Community Centre Manager (18 years' service) v The Dragon Barmouth Ltd
A theatre manager who was dismissed after two long periods of sickness absence lost her claims for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination, but won a small holiday pay award.
Partial · £229 · Aug 2023Partial£229Aug 2023Healthcare assistant (probationary period) v Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust
A healthcare assistant who was dismissed during his probationary period for sickness absence and conduct issues has lost his claims of sex and disability discrimination against Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust. The tribunal found no unlawful discrimination, failure to make reasonable adjustments, or victimisation.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Former employee v Skins Laser Clinic Ltd
A former employee of Skins Laser Clinic Ltd was awarded over £21,000 after the tribunal found she was not paid for 142 hours of work and suffered race discrimination. The award was increased by 25% because the employer failed to address her grievance.
Won · £21,124 · Aug 2023Won£21,124Aug 2023Retail Sales Advisor (4 months' service) v Eurochange Limited
A retail sales advisor was dismissed during probation for eight absences, five of which were for childcare. The tribunal found no automatic unfair dismissal because the employer offered reinstatement two days later, which the claimant rejected.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Export clerk (4 years 8 months' service) v UPS SCS UK Limited
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of an export clerk who repeatedly failed to work his contractual hours, finding the employer's decision was within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Digital Marketing Manager (8 months' service) v Criterion Hospitality Limited
A digital marketing manager with Crohn's and Behcet's disease was unfairly selected for redundancy after his disability-related absences played a role in the decision. The tribunal awarded £26,132.24.
Partial · £26,132 · Aug 2023Partial£26,132Aug 2023Warehouse manager (26 years' service) v Tesco Stores Limited
A warehouse manager with 26 years' service was unfairly dismissed by Tesco for alleged favouritism, but his race discrimination claim failed. The tribunal awarded £2,848.74 in compensation.
Partial · £2,849 · Aug 2023Partial£2,849Aug 2023Bid Manager (12 years' service) v Mears Group plc
A tribunal found that Mears Group plc unfairly dismissed a Bid Manager with spinal injuries and victimised her for raising concerns about reasonable adjustments. She was awarded £964,465.37.
Won · £964,465 · Aug 2023Won£964,465Aug 2023Depot manager (18 years' service) v Concord Lifting Equipment Limited
A depot manager with 18 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his employer relied on a stale theft allegation and denied him the chance to respond. The tribunal awarded £22,000.
Partial · £22,001 · Aug 2023Partial£22,001Aug 2023Maths teacher and KS5 coordinator (2 years' service) v Middlesex Learning Partnership
A maths teacher with less than two years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct. The employment tribunal dismissed his unfair dismissal claim for lack of jurisdiction and found no race discrimination.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Physiotherapist (12 years' service) v Leonard Cheshire Disability
A physiotherapist with 12 years' service who was dismissed for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine without a medical exemption has failed to prove his anxiety amounted to a disability under equality law.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Customer assistant (7 years' service) v Marks and Spencer PLC
A customer assistant with autism was unfairly dismissed by Marks and Spencer after leaning on a colleague, as the tribunal found the employer failed to consider his condition or obtain updated medical reports.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Professional footballer v Queens Park Rangers Football and Athletic Club Limited
A tribunal ruled that a QPR footballer's unfair dismissal claim was brought too late, but allowed his race and harassment claims against the club, manager John Yems and Crawley Town to go forward due to his severe depression.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Former employee v G and H
A former employee won a constructive dismissal and sexual harassment claim after their employer failed to respond to the tribunal claim. They were awarded £8,091.66 in compensation.
Won · £8,092 · Aug 2023Won£8,092Aug 2023Geography teacher (7 years' service) v United Learning Trust
A tribunal found that a geography teacher with seven years' service was unfairly dismissed by United Learning Trust after a breakdown in relationships, and that a headteacher victimised him by providing a negative reference. He was awarded £36,677.70.
Partial · £36,678 · Aug 2023Partial£36,678Aug 2023Universal education facilitator (1 year's service) v Turning Point
A tribunal refused to strike out a universal education facilitator's whistleblowing and victimisation claims against Turning Point, but ordered her to pay a £150 deposit for each to proceed.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Cleaner (2 years' service) v Atalian Servest Limited
A cleaner who resigned after alleging bullying and harassment by her supervisor has lost her claims for constructive unfair dismissal, race discrimination, and harassment. The tribunal found the incidents were routine workplace disputes, not discrimination.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Healthcare assistant (8 years' service) v Medical Services International Limited
A healthcare assistant with fibromyalgia was constructively dismissed after her employer failed to offer a permanent alternative role and ignored her complaints about colleague hostility. The tribunal awarded £41,864.95.
Partial · £41,865 · Aug 2023Partial£41,865Aug 2023Window fitter (12 years' service) v Car Giant Ltd
Three window fitters lost their jobs during the pandemic but failed to prove unfair dismissal or race discrimination. The tribunal found Car Giant's redundancy process was fair.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Former Enforcement Officer (10 months' service) v Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council
A former enforcement officer with Asperger's and dyslexia was awarded £4,827 after his ex-employer gave a negative job reference because he had brought disability discrimination proceedings.
Partial · £4,827 · Aug 2023Partial£4,827Aug 2023Administrative Officer (2 years' service) v Brook Street Limited
A tribunal has allowed an administrative officer to amend her disability discrimination claim to include a section 15 claim, while refusing to add new disabilities. The respondent's strike-out applications were largely rejected.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Weekend Support Worker (2 years' service) v Our Place Schools Ltd
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a Weekend Support Worker who was absent for nearly two years and failed to engage with welfare meetings or provide medical evidence. The employer, Our Place Schools Ltd, was found to have acted reasonably.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Farm worker (40 years' service) v G.E. Spence and Sons (a partnership)
A farm worker with 40 years' service was sent a P45 in the post while off sick with cauda equina syndrome. The tribunal found he was unfairly dismissed, discriminated against because of his disability, and awarded over £26,800.
Won · £26,811 · Aug 2023Won£26,811Aug 2023Business Development Coordinator (18 months' service) v Garic Ltd
A Business Development Coordinator who resigned after raising GDPR concerns about cold calling lost his claims for whistleblowing detriment and constructive unfair dismissal. The tribunal found no breach of contract or protected disclosure before his resignation.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Shop assistant / supervisor (2 years' service) v Beauty Base Ltd
A shop assistant who took a long holiday after an informal arrangement with his manager was unfairly dismissed for alleged mobile phone use. The tribunal awarded £18,441 after finding the real reason was unknown and the procedure was a sham.
Partial · £18,441 · Aug 2023Partial£18,441Aug 2023Former employee v Walkers Snacks Limited
A former employee with osteoarthritis faced strike-out of one harassment claim but was allowed to proceed with others, including unfair dismissal and disability discrimination, after a preliminary hearing.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Manager (18 years' service) v Lloyds Banking Group PLC
A manager with 18 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against for using the full N-word during a race education session. The tribunal found his dyslexia contributed to the error and ordered Lloyds Banking Group to pay over £454,000.
Partial · £454,715 · Aug 2023Partial£454,715Aug 2023Telesales consultant (6 years' service) v Direct Line Insurance Services Ltd
A telesales consultant with menopausal symptoms won £64,645 after her employer failed to make reasonable adjustments and treated her unfavourably due to her disability.
Partial · £64,645 · Aug 2023Partial£64,645Aug 2023Sales and Lettings Manager (4 months' service) v Ridgway Property Limited
A sales and lettings manager with four months' service lost her race and sex discrimination claims after the tribunal found the alleged incidents of harassment and discrimination did not happen as described. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Level 7 analyst (10 years' service) v Thames Water Utilities Ltd
A level 7 analyst who resigned claiming constructive unfair dismissal and discrimination lost her case after the tribunal found no evidence of less favourable treatment or breach of trust.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Office administrator (4 years' service) v Beaumont and Fletcher Ltd
A tribunal found that an office administrator was constructively unfairly dismissed after her employer included unparticularised criticisms about her appearance and relationships with colleagues in a capability letter. She was awarded £3,497.79, reduced by 75% for contributory fault.
Won · £3,498 · Aug 2023Won£3,498Aug 2023Healthcare assistant (nursing bank) v Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
A tribunal ruled that a healthcare assistant's left shoulder, lower back and wrist impairments were disabilities, but her premature menopause was not because it only affected her sexual life, not her professional life.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Former employee v Riverside Dental Spa
A default judgment against Riverside Dental Spa for maternity discrimination was revoked when the tribunal discovered the employer had in fact filed its response before the deadline. The case will now proceed to a full hearing.
Remitted · Aug 2023Remitted—Aug 2023Senior Nurse Practitioner (nearly 10 years' service) v West London NHS Trust
A senior nurse with nearly 10 years' service claimed disability discrimination for generalised anxiety disorder, but the tribunal found he was not disabled under the Equality Act 2010 due to lack of medical diagnosis and limited impact on daily activities.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Rehabilitation Assistant (28 years' service) v Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
An employment tribunal has ruled that Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust fairly dismissed a rehabilitation assistant with 28 years' service after prolonged sickness absence, rejecting claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Community Engagement Officer (agency worker) v Umbrella-Company Limited
An agency worker who claimed she was dismissed for whistleblowing had her interim relief application refused because she could not show a 'pretty good chance' of proving she was an employee of the respondent.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Midwife (22 years' service) v Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
A Reading tribunal struck out a midwife's discrimination claims against Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust after finding they could not be fairly heard, but allowed her unfair and wrongful dismissal claims to proceed.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Supermarket Assistant (3 years' service) v John Lewis plc
A supermarket assistant who was dismissed after nearly two and a half years of sickness absence had his unfair dismissal claim rejected because he presented it too late and failed to attend the preliminary hearing.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Agency worker (Housing Officer, temporary cover) v Notting Hill Genesis
An agency worker who was dismissed after taking three days off without permission to care for his son has lost his claims of race and sex discrimination against Notting Hill Genesis.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Bank admin and clerical worker (2 years' service) v University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
A Birmingham Employment Tribunal dismissed all claims of race discrimination and unfair dismissal brought by a former bank admin worker against University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, finding her allegations of a racist conspiracy involving over 30 people to be without evidence.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Import coordinator (2 years 11 months' service) v International Forest Products (UK) Limited
An import coordinator who repeatedly stated she could not return to work after maternity and parental leave was fairly dismissed for some other substantial reason. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Residential Support Worker (11 months' service) v Roundabout Limited
A tribunal dismissed claims of automatic unfair dismissal, pregnancy discrimination, race discrimination and victimisation brought by a Residential Support Worker who was dismissed after breaching Covid protocols. The employer was ordered to pay £1,355.65 for giving only one week's notice instead of four.
Partial · £1,356 · Jul 2023Partial£1,356Jul 2023PE teacher and union representative v The North Huddersfield Trust
A PE teacher and union rep was unfairly dismissed after a breakdown in relationships with school leadership. The tribunal found her suspension and dismissal were acts of victimisation, but reduced compensation by 50% for her own conduct.
Partial · £22,005 · Jul 2023Partial£22,005Jul 2023General Operative (5 years' service) v Amalga Ltd
A general operative who flew to Slovakia while on furlough was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct, the tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Stock Technician (6 years' service) v Stanmore Implants Worldwide Limited
A stock technician with six years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after an unauthorised absence. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal, age discrimination, and harassment.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Train operator (11 years' service) v London Underground Limited
A tribunal found London Underground unfairly dismissed a train operator with 11 years' service for opening doors on the wrong side, but awarded no compensation because a fair process would have reached the same outcome.
Partial · £0 · Jul 2023Partial£0Jul 2023Support Worker in a care home (10 months' service) v The Belsteads Group Ltd.
A support worker who raised COVID-19 safety concerns was put on a performance improvement plan and later dismissed. The tribunal found she suffered detriment for whistleblowing and was discriminated against when pregnant.
Partial · £30,163 · Jul 2023Partial£30,163Jul 2023Street Scene Worker (3 years 10 months' service) v Halton Borough Council
A Street Scene Worker with disabilities resigned after his employer required a GP fitness letter to return from shielding. The tribunal rejected his constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Ward manager (12 years' service) v Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
A ward manager with 12 years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after the trust used CCTV and fob records to investigate her hours. The tribunal found the dismissal fair but awarded £10,269.96 for breach of contract — she should have received notice pay.
Partial · £10,270 · Jul 2023Partial£10,270Jul 2023Healthcare assistant (19 years' service) v Practice Plus Group Health and Rehabilitation Service Ltd
A healthcare assistant with 19 years' service succeeded in a disability discrimination claim after her employer failed to carry out a BAME risk assessment she had requested. The tribunal found the dismissal fair and rejected victimisation claims.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Apprentice network engineer (4 months' service) v Openreach Ltd
An apprentice network engineer with four months' service failed to prove constructive dismissal after being dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal awarded £225.23 for unpaid wages.
Partial · £225 · Jul 2023Partial£225Jul 2023Bus driver (9 years' service) v Metroline West Ltd
A Watford tribunal found that Metroline West Ltd unlawfully deducted wages by withholding company sick pay from a bus driver who went off sick on the day of a disciplinary hearing. He was awarded £3,012.38.
Partial · £3,012 · Jul 2023Partial£3,012Jul 2023Former employee (medical centre) v Dr S Zaidi
A tribunal found that a medical centre employee was disabled from December 2019 due to anxiety and depression, earlier than the employer conceded. The ruling confirms that mental impairments can be 'long-term' even before 12 months have passed.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Sterile specialist (5/6 weeks' service) v Norton Healthcare Ltd t/a Teva Runcorn
A tribunal struck out a sterile specialist's race and age discrimination claims after she admitted posting selfies showing confidential information on social media. The claims had no reasonable prospect of success.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Former employee v Warburtons Limited
A former employee's unfair dismissal and discrimination claims were struck out after he failed to particularize them despite multiple hearings and warnings. The tribunal found no reasonable prospect of success and unreasonable conduct.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Train driver (10 years' service) v Arriva Rail London Limited
An employment tribunal has ruled that Arriva Rail London fairly dismissed a train driver of 10 years who tested positive for cannabis metabolites in a random drug test, rejecting his defence that the result was caused by CBD oil.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Senior Practitioner in Adult Social Care (27 years' service) v Birmingham City Council
Birmingham City Council fairly dismissed a Senior Practitioner with 27 years' service after a 9-month sickness absence for bereavement stress. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Trainee duct fitter (14 months' service) v AV Unibrak South Ltd
A black trainee duct fitter was paid less and given more labouring work than white comparators. The tribunal awarded £27,624 for race discrimination and unpaid wages.
Partial · £27,624 · Jul 2023Partial£27,624Jul 2023Welder (20 years' service) v Silo Services Limited
A welder who resigned after his employer failed to make reasonable adjustments for his heart condition has won his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal awarded £42,334 but reduced compensation because he turned down a job offer the day after leaving.
Won · £42,334 · Jul 2023Won£42,334Jul 2023Support worker (10 months' service) v Stori Wales (formerly Hafan Cymru)
A support worker who resigned after reporting a jammed door lock and a blocked fire exit has lost her claim for constructive unfair dismissal. The tribunal found no serious or imminent danger.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Former employee v Gist Ltd
A former employee who missed the deadline for his unfair dismissal claim because he didn't know about the three-month limit was able to proceed with his disability discrimination claim on 'just and equitable' grounds.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Bus driver (3 years' service) v Stagecoach Group Plc
A bus driver with deep vein thrombosis was constructively dismissed after Stagecoach failed to implement occupational health recommendations for shorter routes and breaks. The tribunal awarded £38,794.56.
Partial · £38,795 · Jul 2023Partial£38,795Jul 2023Quality Control Technologist (2 years' service) v Wealmoor Limited
A quality control technologist with back pain and depression was unfairly dismissed after his employer relied on a GP report and failed to obtain occupational health advice. Tribunal awards £129,970.
Won · £129,970 · Jul 2023Won£129,970Jul 2023Assistant Head of School / Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (6 years' service) v Haggerston School and London Borough of Hackney
An assistant head of school who told his headteacher he was a victim of domestic violence has won his constructive unfair dismissal claim after the school's handling of disciplinary and grievance processes was found to breach trust and confidence.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Former employee v Xace Limited
A former employee forgot about an occupational health report and disclosed it late. The employer's application for £12,166 in costs was refused by the tribunal.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Finance Director (24 years' service) v Artem Ltd
A tribunal found that a finance director with 24 years' service was constructively dismissed and subjected to sex and race discrimination after being passed over for managing director and told her chairman had lost confidence in her. She was awarded £112,007.
Partial · £112,007 · Jul 2023Partial£112,007Jul 2023Associate Specialist Cardio-Thoracic surgeon (12 years' service) v Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board
A Cardiff tribunal dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination by a surgeon who accessed his ex-wife's medical records without consent over 13 years. The tribunal found he resigned voluntarily and the employer's disciplinary process was fair.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Assistant Store Manager (Makkar, 8 years' service) and Store Manager (Bakiu, 15 years' service) v Neve Jewels Ltd t/a Diamonds Factory
An assistant store manager and a store manager with 8 and 15 years' service were constructively unfairly dismissed after their employer failed to investigate a racist comment, threatened dismissal, and required a diabetic employee to work alone on locked premises. The tribunal found a cumulative breach of trust and confidence.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Workshop technician v Fact Community Transport
A workshop technician unfairly made redundant was awarded £1,350 compensation after the tribunal applied a 50% Polkey deduction for the chance he would have been dismissed in a fair process.
Partial · £1,542 · Jul 2023Partial£1,542Jul 2023Workshop Planning Co-ordinator (17 years' service) v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd
A workshop planning co-ordinator with 17 years' service failed to prove his redundancy selection was unfair or discriminatory. The tribunal found Jaguar Land Rover's process was reasonable.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Spray operator (10 years' service) v AF Machinery Limited
A spray operator who claimed constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination lost all claims at tribunal, which found he resigned to retire to Wales rather than because of any breach by his employer.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Multiskilled operative (11 months' service) v Coastline Housing Ltd
A multiskilled operative who resigned and claimed constructive unfair dismissal for whistleblowing had his claims thrown out because he did not present them in time. The tribunal also rejected his disability discrimination claim for lack of medical evidence.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Senior care assistant (2 years' service) v Mr J W Nunn trading as Primrose Lodge
A senior care assistant who resigned after a manager swore at her and a grievance was poorly handled has won her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found a fundamental breach of trust and confidence.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Head of PE Faculty (7 years' service) v Kings Monkton School Limited
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a Head of PE who authorised the use of another pupil's inhaler for a child with severe allergies during an off-site lesson. All disability discrimination claims also failed.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Senior healthcare assistant (3 years' service) v The Spitalfields Practice
A senior healthcare assistant was unfairly dismissed after a breakdown in working relationships, but the tribunal applied a 75% Polkey reduction, awarding £6,975.14 in compensation.
Partial · £6,975 · Jul 2023Partial£6,975Jul 2023Engineering team leader (7 years' service) v Swisslog UK Ltd
An engineering team leader's sex discrimination claim was thrown out because it was presented too late, while his constructive unfair dismissal claim also failed on the merits.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Team Leader (1 month's service) v Lifeways Community Care Limited
A team leader who resigned after just one month in post lost his claims of constructive dismissal and race discrimination after the tribunal found he had not made a protected disclosure to the CQC.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Team Leader (13 years' service) v Care UK Community Partnership Ltd
A team leader dismissed for failing to complete accident reports was unfairly dismissed because the real reason was his whistleblowing. Tribunal awards £40,670 after 30% reduction for his conduct.
Partial · £40,671 · Jul 2023Partial£40,671Jul 2023Factory manager (3 years' service) v Laporte Industries UK Limited
A tribunal ruled that a meeting between a factory manager and Laporte Industries UK Limited was a genuine without-prejudice negotiation, making it inadmissible in his unfair dismissal claim.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Antenatal Education Midwife (3 years' service) v Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
An antenatal education midwife with dyspraxia and depression was constructively dismissed after a manager raised multiple criticisms without warning. The tribunal upheld her unfair dismissal claim and one reasonable adjustment claim.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Former employee v Sodexo Limited
A former employee of Sodexo was constructively dismissed and directly discriminated against on grounds of race after the company failed to address concerns raised in her grievance. The tribunal awarded £16,695.13.
Partial · £16,695 · Jul 2023Partial£16,695Jul 2023Home Care Assistant (5 years' service) v Anchor Hanover Group
A tribunal struck out a home care assistant's race discrimination claim after she failed to pay a £1,200 deposit ordered because her allegations had little prospect of success. The case highlights the risks of bringing claims based on immigration status rather than race.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Customer concierge (9 years' service) v Heathrow Express Operating Company Limited
A customer concierge with nine years' service who was made redundant after refusing a new role has lost his claims for unfair dismissal, age discrimination, and equal pay. The tribunal found the redundancy process was fair.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Health Care Support Worker (4 years' service) v Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust
A Health Care Support Worker with four years' service was fairly dismissed for failing to treat a service user with dignity, the tribunal ruled, rejecting claims of whistleblowing detriment and race discrimination.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Former employee v Mr Marcel Hengst, Nova Status B.V., GOT Technologies (UK) Ltd
The tribunal rejected an employer's bid to overturn a costs order, finding their conduct was unreasonable. A separate claim for extra costs over the reconsideration was also dismissed.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023D&A Analyst (2 years' service) v National Westminster Bank Plc
A tribunal found that National Westminster Bank Plc unfairly dismissed a D&A Analyst for relationship breakdown, but ruled that he would have been dismissed within a month anyway and that his own conduct contributed entirely to his dismissal, resulting in no compensation.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Contract Manager (2 years' service) v British Tourist Authority
A contract manager who was dismissed after returning from maternity leave has been awarded £39,538 after a tribunal found her dismissal was automatically unfair because it was connected to her maternity leave.
Partial · £39,539 · Jul 2023Partial£39,539Jul 2023Finance director and co-owner v Franklin Funeral Directors
A finance director with complex PTSD has been found disabled under the Equality Act after a tribunal accepted her evidence of substantial and long-term effects on day-to-day activities.
Won · Jul 2023Won—Jul 2023Property Manager (14 years' service) v Southern Housing
A property manager with 14 years' service lost her claims of race discrimination, harassment, victimisation and constructive unfair dismissal against Southern Housing. The tribunal found no evidence of unlawful treatment.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Target Support Worker for BME families (9 months' service) v Home-Start Birmingham North West
A target support worker who alleged race discrimination after being suspended for missed safeguarding concerns lost her claims. The tribunal found the employer's actions were not because of race.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Finance Assistant (4 years' service) v Outstanding Branding Ltd (in Liquidation) and Sandy Branding Ltd
A finance assistant was made redundant without any consultation or selection process after his employment transferred to a new company. The tribunal awarded over £11,000 for unfair and wrongful dismissal and unpaid wages.
Partial · £11,379 · Jul 2023Partial£11,379Jul 2023Relay recovery driver (13 years' service) v Manchetts (Holdings) Ltd
A relay recovery driver with 13 years' service who resigned after being sent on an overloaded job lost his claims for constructive dismissal and disability discrimination. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract or failure to make reasonable adjustments.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Former employee v Tesco Stores Limited
A former employee was unfairly dismissed by Tesco, but the tribunal reduced his compensation by 10% because his own conduct contributed to the dismissal. Discrimination claims were dismissed.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Car salesman (3 years' service) v Swansway Garages Limited
An employment tribunal dismissed a car salesman's harassment claim after finding that derogatory comments calling him a paedophile were not related to his sexual orientation. The claimant, who represented himself, was unable to link the abuse to a protected characteristic.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Caretaker (9 years' service) v Catalyst Housing Limited
A caretaker with 9 years' service had his unfair dismissal claim struck out for being six weeks late, but his disability discrimination claim was allowed to proceed. No compensation awarded.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Former employee v WAC Arts
A former employee's attempt to add a sex discrimination claim based on how her safety concerns were handled compared to a colleague's was refused by the tribunal as out of time and lacking merit.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Nursery nurse (2 years 10 months' service) v Foster Park Primary School
A nursery nurse who resigned after receiving a final written warning for refusing to self-isolate despite being advised to do so has lost her constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Community support worker (3 years' service) v London Borough of Brent
A Rastafarian community support worker who refused a PCR test due to his religious beliefs was fairly dismissed for prolonged absence, the Watford Employment Tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Former employee v Cerberus Security and Monitoring Services Ltd
A former employee of Cerberus Security and Monitoring Services Ltd has succeeded in unfair dismissal and victimisation claims after being dismissed for conduct failings. Remedy is yet to be determined.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Regional Sales Manager (3 years' service) v Central Extrusions Limited
A Regional Sales Manager with three years' service was unfairly dismissed after using the word 'spastic' in a conversation about historical language. The tribunal awarded £7,710.31 for procedural failures including a pre-signed dismissal letter.
Won · £7,710 · Jul 2023Won£7,710Jul 2023HGV driver (4 years' service) v Lindab Limited
An HGV driver who used a company fuel card for his personal vehicle and falsified time sheets was fairly dismissed. The tribunal rejected his claims of race discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Warehouse operative (16 months' service) v GXO Logistics UK Limited
A warehouse operative who resigned after a disciplinary process over a battery fire failed to prove race discrimination, despite the tribunal finding administrative incompetence by the employer.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Frames Department Manager (5 years' service) v Scrivens Opticians and Hearing Care Ltd
A Frames Department Manager who resigned after a new Product Manager role was created lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer's actions were not a fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Road marking linesmen v WJ Roadmarkings North Ltd
Two road marking linesmen were fairly dismissed after GPS tracking showed they used a company vehicle to do private work during paid hours. The tribunal found the employer's investigation and decision were reasonable.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Project Manager (1 year 8 months' service) v essDOCS EMEA LIMITED
A tribunal found that a manager sharing a picture provided in confidence during a grievance appeal amounted to direct sex discrimination. The claimant was awarded £2,331.98.
Partial · £2,332 · Jul 2023Partial£2,332Jul 2023Production operative v Jaguar Land Rover Limited
A production operative dismissed for gross misconduct after an NHS COVID-19 app self-isolation alert was found to be fairly dismissed. The tribunal ruled the employer's investigation and belief in fraud were reasonable.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Former employee v Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Two former employees of Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust had their unfair dismissal and discrimination claims struck out after repeatedly failing to provide details of their case, despite multiple extensions and a warning.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Part-time Operations Assistant (4 years' service) v Love My Human Ltd
A part-time Operations Assistant with Long Covid was unfairly dismissed when her employer decided to make her redundant before any consultation. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair but applied a 60% Polkey reduction.
Partial · Jul 2023Partial—Jul 2023Dog Handler (2 years' service) v Global Support Services (UK) Ltd
A dog handler who secretly recorded managers and sent a threatening email was dismissed. The tribunal upheld some claims but found no sex discrimination or whistleblowing victimisation.
Partial · £7,857 · Jun 2023Partial£7,857Jun 2023Senior health care assistant (3 years' service) v Signature Senior Lifestyle Operations Limited
A senior care assistant who shouted at a resident and called her 'stupid', inadvertently recorded on a voicemail, was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected her unfair dismissal claim.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Former employee v Holland and Barrett Retail Ltd
A former employee won her unfair and wrongful dismissal claims against Holland and Barrett, but an 80% reduction for contributory conduct cut her compensation to £3,407.
Partial · £3,407 · Jun 2023Partial£3,407Jun 2023Care coordinator (12 years' service) v Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
An employment tribunal ruled that a care coordinator with 12 years' service was disabled by anxiety and depression from August 2021, paving the way for her discrimination claims against Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust.
Won · Jun 2023Won—Jun 2023Deputy Manager (6 years' service) v Cambian Asperger Syndrome Services Ltd
A deputy manager who refused the Covid-19 vaccine on religious and philosophical grounds was fairly dismissed when his employer had a legal duty to require vaccination. The tribunal ordered him to pay a deposit to continue his claims.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Health Care Assistant (7 years' service) v Guy’s & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust
A healthcare assistant with 7 years' service was dismissed after 20 months' sick leave due to a work-related arm and neck injury. The tribunal found the NHS trust's decision was proportionate, balancing patient safety and staffing needs.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Sous-chef (2 years' service) v Humble Group Ltd
A sous-chef who resigned after being asked to do so by his employer while on sick leave has been allowed to bring his constructive dismissal and disability discrimination claims out of time.
Remitted · Jun 2023Remitted—Jun 2023Former employee v Aspinalls Club Limited t/a Crown London Aspinalls
A former employee's unfair dismissal and discrimination claims against Aspinalls Club were struck out after repeated failures to provide required documents and respond to tribunal orders.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Former employee (cleaner) v Tame Cleaning & Maintenance Ltd
A former cleaner was unfairly dismissed by Tame Cleaning & Maintenance Ltd. The tribunal allowed her late claims because severe depression made it not reasonably practicable to file on time.
Partial · £7,621 · Jun 2023Partial£7,621Jun 2023Former employee (Software and Solutions Developer, 3.5 years' service) v Fujitsu Services Limited
A tribunal found that Fujitsu Services Limited discriminated against a disabled employee by failing to conduct a stress risk assessment, requiring phone sickness reporting, and disclosing information to his mother without consent. The former software developer was awarded £21,572.
Partial · £21,572 · Jun 2023Partial£21,572Jun 2023Spray polisher (5 years' service) v Mowlem and Company (Manufacturing) Limited
A spray polisher with five years' service was unfairly dismissed after his employer refused his proposed phased return following bilateral hip replacements. The tribunal awarded £4,250 but rejected disability discrimination claims.
Partial · £4,250 · Jun 2023Partial£4,250Jun 2023Service Engineer (9 years' service) v AMC XL Ltd
An employment tribunal dismissed a service engineer's claim for constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination after he resigned over a PPE dispute and a drug test he failed to complete.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Former employee v Mihomecare Limited
A former care worker succeeded in her unfair dismissal claim against Mihomecare Limited, but the tribunal reduced her compensation to zero because of her own conduct and the likelihood she would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Warehouse operative (6 years' service) v Tempur UK Ltd
A warehouse operative who resigned after refusing to comply with face-covering and testing rules had his indirect discrimination and constructive dismissal claims struck out after failing to pay a deposit order.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Library volunteer (9 years' service) v Fallowfield Library & Community Resource Centre
A long-serving library volunteer who brought unfair dismissal and discrimination claims was unable to proceed because the tribunal found she was not an employee or worker. All claims were dismissed.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Procurement Support Manager v Thames Valley Housing Association Ltd and Metropolitan Housing Trust Ltd
A Procurement Support Manager dismissed during his probation period lost his claims of race discrimination and failure to make reasonable adjustments. The tribunal found no evidence that his Russian ethnic origin or undisclosed HIV status played any part in the decision.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (12 years' service) v Boots Management Services Ltd
A tribunal allowed a Boots pharmacy technician with 12 years' service to amend her claim to include unfair dismissal, finding the new claim was a relabelling of existing facts.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Personal Relationship Manager (9 years' service) v Lloyds Bank plc
A Personal Relationship Manager with nine years' service was fairly dismissed for deliberately coughing towards a colleague during the pandemic, breaching lone-working rules and lying to his manager. The tribunal rejected all claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Former employee v Sharps Bedrooms Limited
A former employee was unfairly dismissed by Sharps Bedrooms Limited, but received only £1,502.32 after the tribunal found he would have been dismissed anyway if a fair procedure had been followed.
Partial · £1,502 · Jun 2023Partial£1,502Jun 2023Behaviour Lead and Community Liaison (17 years' service) v Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
A behaviour lead with 17 years' service was unfairly dismissed after her employer relied on outdated medical reports and failed to follow its own sickness procedure. The tribunal awarded £23,222, including £9,000 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £23,222 · Jun 2023Partial£23,222Jun 2023Contract worker (social worker) v ICON Clinical Research Limited
A contract social worker's claim that they were automatically unfairly dismissed for making protected disclosures has been struck out by the tribunal, which found it had no reasonable prospect of success.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Former employee v Skins Laser Clinic Ltd
A former employee of Skins Laser Clinic Ltd won nearly £19,000 in compensation after the company failed to respond to her tribunal claim, leading to a default judgment for unfair dismissal and race discrimination.
Won · £18,769 · Jun 2023Won£18,769Jun 2023Personal support worker (3 years' service) v Mr A Shakespeare
A personal support worker who was dismissed after 18 months' absence due to bowel cancer and a hernia has lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the dismissal was fair, and even if the procedure had been flawed, she would have been dismissed anyway.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Business Coordinator (NHS, 3 years' service) v Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal and race discrimination by a Business Coordinator who refused a restructured role and went on sick leave. The dismissal for 'some other substantial reason' was fair.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Accounts Administrator / Finance employee (6 years' service) v Innovation First International (UK) Limited
A tribunal refused to strike out an employer's response despite the claimant's allegations of unreasonable conduct, allowing the case to proceed to a full hearing.
Partial · £951 · Jun 2023Partial£951Jun 2023UNISON branch secretary (full-time release since 1998) v Kirklees Council
A UNISON branch secretary with 49 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after two complaints of bullying and threatening behaviour. The tribunal rejected his claim that he was targeted for trade union activities.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023High value packer (1 year 5 months' service) v Jewellery Quarter Bullion Limited
A high value packer who raised concerns about a colleague's mental health was dismissed for performance issues. The tribunal found the protected disclosure was not the principal reason for dismissal, and the claim was dismissed.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Beauty Consultant (2 weeks' service) v Elle Beauty Limited t/a Elevatione Time Stops London
A beauty consultant who was dismissed by WhatsApp after just 10 days lost her race discrimination claim but won £382 for unpaid training days and underpayment.
Partial · £382 · Jun 2023Partial£382Jun 2023Bus driver (13 years' service) v Arriva London North Limited t/a Arriva London
A bus driver with 13 years' service was dismissed after being off sick for over a year. The tribunal refused to strike out her remaining claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Maths teacher (15 years' service) v Ernest Bevin College and London Borough of Wandsworth
A tribunal struck out a maths teacher's unfair dismissal and age discrimination claims after he filed 18 days late and failed to pay a £500 deposit for the weak discrimination claim.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Senior care assistant (18 years' service) v Ascot Care Ltd
A senior care assistant with 18 years' service was fairly dismissed after refusing to complete the government's self-certification form for a medical exemption from Covid-19 vaccination. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and philosophical belief discrimination.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Online Editor (6 years' service) v Al Quds Al-Arabi Publishing & Advertising
An online editor who was paid a monthly retainer and subject to editorial control has been found to be an employee and unfairly dismissed. The tribunal awarded £32,020.80 in compensation.
Won · £32,021 · Jun 2023Won£32,021Jun 2023Part-time Line Driver (4 years' service) v Manheim Limited
An employment tribunal dismissed all discrimination claims brought by a part-time Line Driver with 4 years' service against Manheim Limited, finding they were brought too late and lacked merit. The unfair dismissal claim was withdrawn.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Cleaner v Bidvest Noonan (UK) Limited
A cleaner who received a final written warning but was not dismissed brought an unfair dismissal claim 65 days out of time. The tribunal found no dismissal occurred and refused to extend the deadline.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Customer Assistant (8 years' service) v Sainsbury's Supermarkets Limited
A customer assistant with eight years' service who asked to be dismissed on capability grounds lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found Sainsbury's acted reasonably.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Head of Information Systems (13 years' service) v HML Holdings plc
A tribunal dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and sex discrimination by a Head of Information Systems made redundant after a restructure. She was awarded £1,013 for untaken holiday.
Lost · £1,013 · Jun 2023Lost£1,013Jun 2023Former employee v Currys Group Ltd
An unfair dismissal claim against Currys Group Ltd has been struck out after the former employee failed to comply with case management orders, did not contact the tribunal or employer for over four months, and did not attend the hearing.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Former employee v ATL Fulfilment Limited
A former employee's claims for constructive dismissal, disability discrimination and protected disclosure detriment were struck out after she failed to comply with an Unless Order requiring further details of her complaints.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Customer Advisor (72 years old, 5 years' service) v B & Q Limited
A 72-year-old B&Q employee resigned after receiving his rota on the same day he was due to work. The tribunal dismissed his claims of constructive unfair dismissal, age discrimination, and victimisation.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Trainee Nursing Associate (2 years' service) v North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
A trainee nursing associate was unfairly dismissed after a disciplinary hearing went ahead while she was signed off sick following her mother's death. The tribunal found the process unfair but awarded no compensation, ruling she would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Food Service Coach (3 years 8 months' service) v Activate Learning
A food service coach who resigned citing racist comments and harassment lost her constructive dismissal and discrimination claims after the tribunal found she had affirmed her contract by continuing to work for 20 months.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Support worker (15-16 years' service) v Future Directions CIC
A support worker who resigned after raising COVID-19 PPE concerns lost her constructive dismissal and whistleblowing claims. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Referrals Coordinator (6 years' service) v Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
A referrals coordinator resigned claiming constructive unfair dismissal and race discrimination, but the tribunal found no evidence that management style, appraisal grading, or grievance handling were linked to race.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Paramedic (29 years' service) v North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
A paramedic with nearly three decades of service was fairly dismissed on capability grounds after a thorough absence management process, the tribunal has ruled. All claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination were dismissed.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Operator in Facilities Management (4 years' service) v Derby City Council
An operator at Derby City Council had her pregnancy discrimination and harassment claims dismissed because they were brought too late, despite the tribunal finding some treatment was unfavourable.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Shift manager (2 years' service) v Lidl Great Britain Limited
A shift manager at Lidl was sexually harassed by a deputy store manager, paid less than male colleagues, and forced to resign. The tribunal awarded £50,884.62.
Partial · £50,885 · Jun 2023Partial£50,885Jun 2023Audit Assistant Manager (2 years' service) v Grant Thornton Business Services
An Audit Assistant Manager with 2 years' service who resigned after being placed on a performance improvement plan has lost his claims of constructive unfair dismissal, race discrimination and whistleblowing detriment. The tribunal found the employer had reasonable cause for its actions.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Project Manager (18 months' service) v Lead Digital Limited
A project manager who was subjected to a sexually explicit comment and then dismissed by redundancy won £35,300 after her employer failed to defend the claim. The tribunal awarded £20,000 for injury to feelings and £15,300 for loss of earnings.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Dental receptionist (7 years 5 months' service) v Oasis Dental Care Limited
A dental receptionist with over seven years' service was fairly dismissed after a lengthy performance improvement process. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Mobile field support driver (10 months' service) v Vorboss Limited
A tribunal ordered a mobile field support driver to pay a £20 deposit for each of her eight sex and race discrimination allegations, finding they had little reasonable prospect of success.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Team leader (5 years' service) v CPSL MIND
A tribunal ruled that a team leader with anxiety and depression was disabled under the Equality Act, even though she managed her condition through self-help and avoided regular doctor visits.
Won · Jun 2023Won—Jun 2023Respiratory Research Nurse (Band 6, 3 years 9 months' service) v Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A respiratory research nurse was unfairly dismissed when her fixed-term contract was not renewed due to financial deficits. The tribunal awarded £11,754 after finding a 50% chance she would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · £11,754 · Jun 2023Partial£11,754Jun 2023Customer Service Advisor (2 months' service) v Ascensos Limited
A tribunal ruled that a customer service advisor who worked for only two months was not disabled under the Equality Act, dismissing her disability discrimination claims against Ascensos Limited.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Warehouse operative (9 years' service) v Fibreline Ltd
A Leeds tribunal dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination brought by a warehouse operative with chronic back pain, finding that the employer's consultation and medical evidence were reasonable.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Leading Project Geophysicist (4 years' service) v Petrotrace Limited
A 62-year-old Leading Project Geophysicist was unfairly dismissed and subjected to age discrimination after the company's majority shareholder repeatedly called for his replacement with younger employees. The Reading tribunal awarded £340,212.80.
Won · £340,213 · Jun 2023Won£340,213Jun 2023Customer service advisor (7 years' service) v Dermalogica UK Limited
A customer service advisor with 7 years' service was fairly dismissed for posting critical comments about her employer on Facebook during the first COVID-19 lockdown. The tribunal found the employer's decision fell within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Field Assessor (10 years' service) v Vibrant Energy Matters Ltd
A field assessor with 10 years' service who raised concerns about returning to work during the pandemic has won a victimisation claim against Vibrant Energy Matters Ltd. The tribunal found the company failed to properly handle her second grievance.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Former employee (head chef) v Queens Hospitality Limited
A head chef who was disciplined and dismissed after making a protected equality act complaint has won her victimisation claim. The tribunal also upheld claims for breach of contract and unlawful deduction from wages.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Managing Director (8 years' service) v Summit Chairs Limited
A tribunal has dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination brought by a managing director with 8 years' service who was made redundant during the COVID-19 pandemic. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Sales and Reservations Agent (4 years' service) v Turkish Airlines
A sales agent who photographed a colleague's email and sent it to her husband was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct, the Reading Employment Tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Night shift worker (5 years' service) v Travelodge Hotels Limited
A Travelodge night shift worker of Asian Pakistani ethnicity was awarded £5,705 after the tribunal found the hotel chain failed to investigate his complaint about being sworn at by a manager, amounting to race discrimination.
Partial · £5,706 · Jun 2023Partial£5,706Jun 2023Part 1 Architectural Assistant (4 years' service) v Perpetua in Perpetuum Ltd
A Part 1 Architectural Assistant who resigned after securing a promotion and a new job failed to prove constructive unfair dismissal or race discrimination. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence or less favourable treatment.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Car park enforcement officer (5 years' service) v Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a car park enforcement officer who had been absent for 1,163 days out of 1,992 due to bipolar disorder, finding the NHS trust acted reasonably.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Call handler (14 months' service) v C M Community Care Services Limited
A call handler who resigned after being asked to leave the office during a heated argument lost her claims of constructive dismissal and race discrimination. The tribunal found no dismissal or discrimination.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Community Phlebotomist (11 years' service) v St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
An employment tribunal has ruled that St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust fairly dismissed a community phlebotomist with 11 years' service due to her poor attendance record. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Lecturer in Physiotherapy (probationary period) v Cardiff University
A physiotherapy lecturer who was dismissed during her probationary period for failing a Performance Improvement Plan has lost her claims of unfair dismissal, discrimination, and victimisation against Cardiff University.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Senior Supervisor (3.5 years' service) v Plaza Premium Lounge (UK) Limited
A Senior Supervisor with 3.5 years' service was unfairly dismissed when his employer re-did his performance appraisal without consulting him, then failed to provide evidence of the appeal process. The tribunal awarded £16,211.91.
Won · £16,212 · Jun 2023Won£16,212Jun 2023Former employees (21 claimants) v PARC (Essex) Limited
A tribunal awarded protective awards, redundancy pay, and unpaid wages to 21 former employees of PARC (Essex) Limited after the company ceased operations without any consultation or notice.
Won · Jun 2023Won—Jun 2023Line operator (4 years 8 months' service) v Nestle UK Limited
A line operator with 4 years 8 months' service who resigned after being told a transfer to Halifax could not be guaranteed within 3-4 weeks has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim against Nestle UK Limited.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Support worker (3 years' service) v Smile Foster Care Limited
A support worker who resigned after her employer rejected her grievance without a meeting has won her constructive unfair dismissal claim, receiving £3,495.67.
Partial · £3,496 · Jun 2023Partial£3,496Jun 2023Former employee v Katie Hillier Limited
A former employee on maternity leave was unfairly dismissed and denied two months' contractual notice. The tribunal awarded £7,229.68 including injury to feelings and corrected a miscalculation on reconsideration.
Partial · £7,230 · Jun 2023Partial£7,230Jun 2023Senior driver (18 years' service) v The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates
An employment tribunal dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and racial harassment from two former employees of the UAE Embassy, finding that their discrimination complaints were brought too late and that a redundancy selection based on performance was not tainted by race.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Veterinary receptionist (8 years' service) v Hills Park Veterinary Group Ltd.
An employment tribunal found that a veterinary receptionist with 8 years' service was constructively and unfairly dismissed after enduring a series of sex-related comments and unwanted physical contact from a colleague. The tribunal upheld claims of harassment and sex discrimination.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 2023Senior Sales Ledger Clerk (44 years' service) v Future Publishing Limited
A senior sales ledger clerk who resigned after 44 years, then claimed constructive dismissal due to workload, lost her case. The tribunal found she had already decided to retire and the workload did not drive her resignation.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Branch manager (6 years' service) v Sequence (UK) Limited
A branch manager who resigned claiming constructive dismissal and race discrimination has had all his claims dismissed by an employment tribunal, which also ordered him to repay £17,727.86 in overpaid commission.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Collection and Delivery Driver (3 years' service) v DPD Group UK Limited
A collection and delivery driver with an umbilical hernia and muscle condition was fairly dismissed on capability grounds after his employer exhausted temporary adjustments. The tribunal found DPD Group UK Limited acted reasonably.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Postal worker (2 years' service) v Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd and Royal Mail Group Ltd
A postal worker with multiple sclerosis who swore at a colleague after being asked about his blue badge was fairly dismissed for abusive conduct, the tribunal ruled.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Accounts and Sales Manager (5 years' service) v Eden Horticulture Ltd
A tribunal has ruled that an accounts and sales manager's anxiety was a disability under the Equality Act, and refused the employer's attempt to strike out the claim.
Remitted · Jun 2023Remitted—Jun 2023Border Force Officer (3 years' service) v Home Office (Border Force (UK))
A Border Force officer with three years' service was fairly dismissed after shouting at managers while under a live final written warning. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Former employee (34 years' service) v Ministry of Defence
A former Ministry of Defence employee with 34 years' service had his second unfair dismissal claim struck out for being substantially the same as a 2015 claim he withdrew, and for paying a deposit late.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Funeral service operative (5 years' service) v R Banks & Son Funerals Limited
A funeral service operative with ulcerative colitis lost his constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims after the tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract or discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Human Resources Advisor (5 years' service) v Southport & Ormskirk NHS Trust
A tribunal found that an NHS Trust unfairly dismissed a Human Resources Advisor who raised concerns about misuse of COVID-19 funds, but awarded only £12,606 after ruling she would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · £12,606 · May 2023Partial£12,606May 2023Apprentice ground worker (9 months' service) v Morgan Sindall Construction Infrastructure Ltd
An apprentice ground worker with 9 months' service was wrongfully dismissed for misconduct, but the tribunal limited his damages to 10 days' pay because he would have been made redundant within weeks.
Partial · £428 · May 2023Partial£428May 2023Service colleague (15 years' service) v Asda Stores Ltd
A service colleague with 15 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after making unsubstantiated race discrimination allegations. The tribunal rejected claims of automatic unfair dismissal and victimisation.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023TSU Admin Assistant Support Worker (4 years' service) v University of the West of England
An employment tribunal has dismissed all claims brought by a support worker against the University of the West of England, finding that his dismissal following the expiry of a fixed-term contract and an irretrievable breakdown in the working relationship was fair.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee (fixed-term contract worker) v University of the West of England
A former fixed-term contract worker lost his whistleblowing detriment claim after presenting it nearly a year late. The tribunal also dismissed all other claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Support worker (fixed-term contracts) v University of the West of England
A support worker who claimed his dismissal was automatically unfair for whistleblowing lost his case after the tribunal found no link between his disclosures and the end of his fixed-term contract.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Nursery Nurse (3 years 10 months' service) v R Ltd
A nursery nurse who was dismissed for breaching confidentiality after discussing a colleague's disciplinary hearing has lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal also rejected her sexual harassment and victimisation claims.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Pub Manager (3 years' service) v Your Friendly Local Ltd
A pub manager was automatically unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after her employer failed to carry out a pregnancy risk assessment, changed her contract, evicted her from tied accommodation, and refused to let her return from maternity leave. The tribunal awarded £40,743.
Won · £40,744 · May 2023Won£40,744May 2023Former employee v Dr French Memorial Home Limited
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Dr French Memorial Home Limited was struck out after she failed to attend a hearing and ignored tribunal orders, even after being given a second chance.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Inventory Operative (5 years' service) v Alloga UK Limited
An inventory operative with five years' service who resigned after a dispute over face masks and a grievance about disability discrimination has lost her constructive dismissal and disability discrimination claims.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee (Border Force officer) v Secretary of State for The Home Department (Border Force)
A former Border Force officer who failed to disclose a previous gross misconduct dismissal on his application was fairly dismissed. The tribunal found the employer's investigation and decision were within the band of reasonable responses.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Driver (delivery driver for online grocery orders) v Tesco Stores Limited
A delivery driver who had carpal tunnel syndrome surgery and returned to work without sickness absence was found not to be disabled. The tribunal dismissed her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Senior Employment Consultant (former trade union representative and HR adviser) v Peninsula Business Services Limited
A tribunal dismissed a senior employment consultant's claims that his employer failed to make reasonable adjustments for his dyslexia, and upheld a £430.16 deduction from his final pay for training costs.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Store manager (4 years' service) v Lidl GB
A store manager with diabetes who resigned after a disciplinary investigation failed to prove constructive dismissal or disability discrimination. The tribunal found Lidl had made reasonable adjustments and had not harassed him.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee v Staffline Recruitment Limited
A former employee's claim for constructive unfair dismissal against Staffline Recruitment Limited was rejected after the tribunal found he had not actually resigned.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee v Department for Work and Pensions
A former employee's claims of disability discrimination and unfair dismissal against the Department for Work and Pensions have been dismissed by the Manchester Employment Tribunal.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Supervisor of Special Services (4 years' service) v Stagecoach South East
A supervisor with depression was unfairly dismissed after posting an offensive tweet while on furlough. The tribunal found Stagecoach failed to consider his mental health before deciding to dismiss.
Partial · May 2023Partial—May 2023Senior technician (12 years' service) v Teva UK Limited
A senior technician with 12 years' service was fairly dismissed after failing to lock out a damaged charger, leading to a colleague's electric shock. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and homophobic harassment.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Senior Staff Nurse (20 years' service) v St George's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A senior staff nurse with 20 years' service was fairly dismissed after a head injury left him unable to return to work. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Professor (University of Oxford) v The Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of Oxford
A University of Oxford professor won his unfair dismissal and age discrimination claims, but was ordered to pay £7,500 in costs after failing to provide remedy disclosure for his £3 million compensation claim.
Won · May 2023Won—May 2023Warehouse Manager (5 years' service) v Korea Foods Company Ltd
A warehouse manager who resigned after Korean employees who walked out were rehired without his knowledge lost his claims for constructive unfair dismissal and race discrimination. The tribunal found the employer's actions were within its managerial prerogative.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee v Mulberry Homes Property Developments Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was allowed to proceed after the tribunal ruled that his claim form was correctly presented on 20 April 2022, even though it was initially returned for lacking a postcode and resubmitted one day after the deadline.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Fleet Operative-Drayman (7 years' service) v GXO Logistics Drinks Limited (formerly XPO Logistics Drinks Limited)
A fleet operative who was dismissed for using his mobile phone while driving has won his race discrimination and unfair dismissal claims. The tribunal found the dismissal was tainted by race and reduced compensation by 50% for contributory fault.
Won · May 2023Won—May 2023Senior Business Development Manager (2 months' service) v The Hut.Com Limited
A senior business development manager dismissed after colleagues discovered her tweets about Islam and hijabs lost her discrimination and unfair dismissal claims. The tribunal ruled her views were not protected philosophical beliefs.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Shop assistant (14 years' service) v Mr K Kandasamy Koneswaran t/a Terry & Kent Newsagents
A shop assistant with 14 years' service was constructively unfairly dismissed after her employer grabbed her face and called her a 'stupid village idiot woman'. The tribunal awarded no compensation as the claimant did not pursue a remedy hearing.
Partial · May 2023Partial—May 2023Regional Sales Manager (2 years 7 months' service) v Syspal Ltd
A tribunal found that Syspal Ltd unfairly dismissed a Regional Sales Manager with 2 years 7 months' service because the redundancy selection process was pre-determined and the scoring matrix flawed. He was awarded £32,735 in compensation.
Partial · £32,735 · May 2023Partial£32,735May 2023Executive Development Consultant (3 years' service) v The Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
An Executive Development Consultant with multiple sclerosis lost her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims after the tribunal found the redundancy was genuine and fairly handled.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Sales employee (brief period) v Nowy Styl UK Limited
A sales employee who brought a £25,000 commission claim was awarded just £716.40. Both sides' applications for costs were refused.
Partial · £716 · May 2023Partial£716May 2023Cleaner and supervisor (3+ years' service) v D Brice and Company Ltd T/A D B Services
A cleaner and supervisor who resigned after a TUPE transfer was awarded £224 for unpaid holiday pay, but her claims for constructive dismissal and race discrimination were dismissed.
Partial · £224 · May 2023Partial£224May 2023Former employee v Riley Foods Limited
A former employee won nearly £15,000 after being unfairly dismissed by Riley Foods Limited, with the tribunal adding a 25% uplift for the company's failure to follow the ACAS Code of Practice.
Won · £14,966 · May 2023Won£14,966May 2023Parking Services Manager (6 years' service) v Crawley Borough Council
A Parking Services Manager with anxiety and depression was not disabled under the Equality Act 2010, the tribunal ruled, striking out his discrimination claims.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Co-director and 50% shareholder of training company v Evolving Edge Ltd
A tribunal dismissed a co-director's claims of pregnancy and sex discrimination against her business partner, ruling that the breakdown was a commercial dispute over profit-sharing and share valuation, not discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Driver (prison service) v Secretary of State for Justice
A prison service driver who claimed he was deterred from raising a grievance and then dismissed due to his depression has lost his disability discrimination claim. The tribunal found no evidence of discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023IVA drafter (9 months' service) v Finance4me Limited (dissolved)
An IVA drafter with CFS/ME lost her disability discrimination claim after the tribunal ruled she did not have a disability under the Equality Act. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Senior Campaigner (16 years' service) v Amnesty International Limited
A long-serving Amnesty International campaigner who refused to return to work unless the organisation reversed its decision to reinstate Alexei Navalny's prisoner-of-conscience status has lost her unfair dismissal claim.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee v J D Wetherspoon plc
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against J D Wetherspoon plc was dismissed after a full hearing, despite a tribunal error that nearly struck out the case earlier. The deposit order was refunded to the employer.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Production Operative (3 years 10 months' service) v Kettle Foods Limited
A production operative who was dismissed after over a year of sickness absence has had her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims struck out. The tribunal found she was not disabled and her dismissal was fair.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Education Coordinator (2 years' service) v Workers Educational Association Ltd
An education coordinator who resigned claiming constructive dismissal lost her case after the tribunal found she had affirmed the employer's breach by continuing to work for more than a year.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Sales assistant (9 years' service) v John Titcombe Limited
A sales assistant with 9 years' service was dismissed on the spot after asking for a chair and reduced hours due to a cycling injury. The tribunal awarded £47,886 for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Won · £47,886 · May 2023Won£47,886May 2023Former care home bank worker v Willow Tower Opco1 Ltd
A tribunal dismissed an unfair dismissal claim from a care home bank worker who refused the COVID-19 vaccine citing veganism, ruling she lacked continuity of service and her belief was not a protected characteristic.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Former employee v PJ Southport Limited t/a Papa John's
A former employee won £7,432 in a race discrimination claim after the employer's response was struck out and it failed to attend the hearing.
Won · £7,432 · May 2023Won£7,432May 2023Night Care Assistant (7 years' service) v Hampshire County Council
A night care assistant with 7 years' service was fairly dismissed for capability due to long-term sickness linked to unresolved grievances about payroll system errors. The tribunal awarded £153.62 for unpaid notice pay but rejected all other claims.
Partial · £154 · May 2023Partial£154May 2023Traffic Engineer (5 years' service) v London Borough of Brent
A traffic engineer with PTSD and chronic pain was fairly dismissed for capability after years of sickness absence and negligible work output, the Watford tribunal has ruled.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Assistant Store Manager (5 years' service) v Hugo Boss UK Limited
An assistant store manager who resigned claiming constructive dismissal and race discrimination has lost his case. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence and no evidence of discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Sales and marketing consultant (2 years' service) v Futurelink Employment Services Ltd
A sales and marketing consultant with anxiety was dismissed just before her two-year service milestone after requesting reduced hours. The tribunal found disability discrimination and awarded £36,735.59.
Won · £36,736 · May 2023Won£36,736May 2023Production operative (6 years' service) v Faccenda Foods Limited
A production operative with six years' service was fairly dismissed on capability grounds after nine months' absence due to foot pain. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Ophthalmic technician (Band 3) (1 year 8 months' service) v Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
An ophthalmic technician at Moorfields Eye Hospital was subjected to racist accent mimicry and victimised after complaining. The tribunal found she was constructively dismissed as a result of race discrimination and harassment.
Won · May 2023Won—May 2023Transport Director (20 years' service) v Kammac Limited
A transport director with 20 years' service lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim after resigning over a sick pay dispute and an investigatory meeting. The tribunal found no repudiatory breach of contract.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former Grade 7 nurse (cardiovascular health and rehabilitation) v University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A former Grade 7 nurse failed to prove constructive unfair dismissal after his role was removed in a restructure. The tribunal struck out his claim and refused to add a disability discrimination claim.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Business Analyst / Product Owner (4 years' service) v Bud Systems Limited
A tribunal has ruled that Bud Systems Limited fairly dismissed a business analyst who had been on sick leave for 16 months with anxiety and depression. All discrimination claims also failed.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Creative Manager (10 years' service) v University of Nottingham
A Creative Manager with 10 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy, the tribunal ruled, rejecting claims that the process was discriminatory or procedurally unfair.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee v Barts Health NHS Trust
A former employee's unfair dismissal and discrimination claim was struck out after he failed to comply with orders, respond to correspondence, or attend the hearing. The tribunal found his delay was intentional and disrespectful.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Administrator (5 months' service) v All Techmart UK Limited
An administrator who was sexually harassed by her boss, who sent explicit texts and propositioned her, has been awarded £17,607 by an employment tribunal. The employer failed to defend the claim.
Won · £17,608 · May 2023Won£17,608May 2023Consultant Radiologist (2 years 9 months' service) v North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
A consultant radiologist who suffered migraines and exhaustion due to overwork and caring responsibilities was found not to be disabled under the Equality Act 2010. The tribunal ruled that his conditions were a normal reaction to his lifestyle, not an impairment with substantial adverse effects.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee (driver/loader, 2 years 5 months' service) v Dacorum Borough Council
A driver/loader with depression was constructively dismissed after Dacorum Borough Council refused to let him work as a loader and later changed his terms. The tribunal awarded £24,324.43.
Partial · £24,324 · May 2023Partial£24,324May 2023Customer advisor (5 years' service) v B&Q Ltd
A customer advisor with depression was dismissed for gross misconduct after a series of incidents with colleagues. The tribunal ruled the dismissal was fair and not discriminatory.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee (lorry driver, 18 days' service) v John Lewis Plc
A lorry driver who resigned after 18 days and later worked as an agency driver was unable to claim unfair dismissal due to short service, but his disability and race discrimination claims will proceed to a final hearing.
Partial · May 2023Partial—May 2023Former employee v PNS Garage Installations Limited
A former employee who was automatically unfairly dismissed and suffered detriment for whistleblowing has been awarded £14,443.27 by an employment tribunal. The respondent, PNS Garage Installations Limited, did not attend the hearing.
Partial · £14,443 · May 2023Partial£14,443May 2023Visual Merchandising Team Manager (26 years' service) v Marks & Spencer plc
A Visual Merchandising Team Manager with 26 years' service was dismissed after over six months' absence. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee v S.T.A.R Domiciliary Care Ltd
A former employee of S.T.A.R Domiciliary Care Ltd has lost all claims including constructive unfair dismissal, whistleblowing detriment, and religious discrimination after resigning and alleging a breach of contract.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee (zero-hour contract) v Elevate Staffing Ltd
Two zero-hour contract workers won race and sex discrimination claims after a manager made racist comments and a colleague subjected a female worker to sexist verbal abuse. The tribunal awarded a total of £10,728 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £10,728 · May 2023Partial£10,728May 2023Deputy Manager (18 years' service) v Sense, The National Deafblind and Rubella Association
An employment tribunal has ruled that a deputy manager's eczema and severe allergies amounted to a disability, paving the way for her discrimination claims to proceed.
Won · May 2023Won—May 2023Tractor operative (1 year's service) v The CGM Group (East Anglia) Limited
A tractor operative who reported unsafe equipment to the Environment Agency and his employer was subjected to detriment and dismissed. The tribunal awarded him £94,838.50 for injury to feelings, unpaid wages, and the employer's failure to provide written particulars.
Partial · £94,839 · May 2023Partial£94,839May 2023HGV driver (21 years' service) v Asda Stores Ltd
An HGV driver who resigned after Asda placed him in a capability process and failed to handle his grievance has been awarded over £163,000 for constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Won · £163,485 · May 2023Won£163,485May 2023Support worker (2 years 6 months' service) v The Disablement Association of Barking and Dagenham
A support worker with osteoarthritis was discriminated against by her employer, a disability charity, which failed to make reasonable adjustments and treated her less favourably than a non-disabled colleague after furlough. The tribunal upheld her disability discrimination claims but dismissed her constructive unfair dismissal claim.
Partial · May 2023Partial—May 2023Dot Com driver (Tesco) v Tesco Stores Limited
A Tesco Dot Com driver who alleged 17 incidents of discrimination on grounds of race and religion has had all claims dismissed by an employment tribunal.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee (4 years' service) v Department for Work and Pensions
A Department for Work and Pensions employee who was sacked for secretly recording colleagues has won his unfair dismissal claim after the tribunal found serious flaws in the disciplinary process. He was awarded £25,788 after reductions for his own contribution.
Partial · £25,788 · Apr 2023Partial£25,788Apr 2023District Nursing Team Leader (16 years' service) v Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board
A district nursing team leader who raised concerns about inadequate PPE and risk assessments during the COVID-19 pandemic has won her claim for detriment against Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board. The tribunal found she was isolated from her team and her role was changed after making protected disclosures.
Partial · Apr 2023Partial—Apr 2023Tanker driver (5 years' service) v Hoyer Gas & Petroleum Logistics Limited
A tanker driver was unfairly dismissed after failing to report dropping a hose on her foot, but the tribunal found she would have been dismissed anyway, awarding only £807.
Partial · £807 · Apr 2023Partial£807Apr 2023Employee (12 years' service) v Charles Briggs Ltd
A long-serving employee who holds a philosophical belief in bodily autonomy succeeded in a claim for unauthorised deductions from wages, but his discrimination complaints were dismissed. The tribunal awarded £13,700.18.
Partial · £13,700 · Apr 2023Partial£13,700Apr 2023Former employee v Mrs Patricia Bowey
A tribunal granted an extension for a late response from an employer with no legal experience who was ill, accepting the ET3 one working day late due to a communication error by her daughter.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Store manager (Vodafone franchise) v Kotak Communications Limited
A store manager who was off sick for over a year was fairly dismissed on capability grounds, the tribunal ruled, rejecting claims of disability discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Former employee v Mr Anthony Goodrich and Openmart Ltd
A former employee's race and age discrimination claims were automatically dismissed after she failed to comply with an Unless Order, and her remaining claims were struck out for non-compliance and lack of active pursuit.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Senior Healthcare Assistant (5 years' service) v Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal has ruled that a Senior Healthcare Assistant's opposition to the Coronavirus pandemic and preventative measures like PCR tests and face masks does not amount to a protected philosophical belief under the Equality Act 2010. The claim was dismissed.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Former employee v Octo Members Group Ltd
A former employee who lost his sense of taste and smell after a brain injury failed to prove he was disabled, as the tribunal found his symptoms were not likely to last 12 months. His disability discrimination claim was dismissed.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Housing Solutions Assistant / Independent Living Prevention and Local Welfare Provision Officer (3 years 7 months' service) v Central Bedfordshire Council
A Housing Solutions Assistant with PTSD was fairly dismissed after a lengthy sickness absence when he refused all redeployment options, the tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Enablement Assistant (13 years' service) v City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
A tribunal has dismissed claims of constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination brought by an enablement assistant with 13 years' service after her employer refused her request for reduced weekend-only hours.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Former employee v Ryecourt Limited
A former employee succeeded in claims for constructive unfair dismissal and unauthorised wage deductions against Ryecourt Limited, but his disability discrimination and whistleblowing claims were dismissed.
Partial · Apr 2023Partial—Apr 2023Community Hub Director (11 years' service) v Santander UK PLC
A Community Hub Director with 11 years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after allegedly faking a stolen card. The tribunal struck out his unfair dismissal and race discrimination claims as having no reasonable prospects of success.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Former employee (driver) v Travis Perkins Trading Co Ltd
A former driver's unfair dismissal and discrimination claims were struck out after the tribunal found they had no reasonable prospects of success and were submitted late.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Charity shop manager (9 months' service) v Parity for Disability
A charity shop manager who resigned after her probation was extended lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no link between her protected disclosures and the employer's actions.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Former employee v Sullivan Bus and Coach Limited
A former employee's claims of sex, sexual orientation and victimisation discrimination against Sullivan Bus and Coach Limited were dismissed by the Watford Employment Tribunal. The unfair dismissal complaint had already been struck out.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Trainee pharmacy adviser v Boots Management Services Limited
A trainee pharmacy adviser who alleged she was discriminated against because of her race and sex when she was not signed off her training programme has had her claims dismissed by the Reading Employment Tribunal.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Quality Improvement Manager (probationary employee) v BPP University Ltd
A Quality Improvement Manager dismissed while on probation after her miscarriage lost her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. The tribunal found the decision was based on genuine performance concerns and a breakdown in working relationships, not pregnancy.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Finance Officer (23 years' service) v The Governing Body of Kingsbury High School
A tribunal struck out claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and victimisation brought by a finance officer with 23 years' service who was dismissed after 32 months' sick leave following a cancer diagnosis.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Former employee v Stabby Limited
A former employee with a disability was directly discriminated against when she was dismissed, and the tribunal also found the employer failed to pay the national minimum wage and made unauthorised deductions. Total compensation of £5,537.38 was awarded.
Partial · Apr 2023Partial—Apr 2023Kitchen porter (3 years' service) v Mildreds Ltd
A kitchen porter who was dismissed after managers smelled marijuana from his bike bag had his unfair dismissal claim rejected, but won £3,618 after a tribunal found a manager's assumption he was intoxicated was based on a racial stereotype.
Partial · £3,618 · Apr 2023Partial£3,618Apr 2023Former employee v London Underground Limited
A former employee who brought claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination against London Underground Limited has had all his claims struck out after failing to attend two preliminary hearings and not responding to tribunal orders.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Booking Coordinator (probationary employee) v London Fire Commissioner
A Booking Coordinator who was dismissed during her probation for attendance issues failed to prove disability discrimination. The tribunal found the London Fire Commissioner acted reasonably given her short service and multiple probation extensions.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Teaching assistant (3 years' service) v Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust
A teaching assistant who alleged five incidents of race discrimination and harassment by her head teacher has lost her claims, with the tribunal finding the school acted for genuine operational reasons.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) on Executive Committee v Co-operative Group Limited
A Chief Human Resources Officer was unfairly dismissed by Co-operative Group Limited after a sex-biased performance appraisal and a flawed reorganisation. The tribunal awarded £101,373 in compensation.
Partial · £101,373 · Apr 2023Partial£101,373Apr 2023Store Manager (7 years 9 months' service) v B & M Retail Limited
A tribunal has dismissed all claims of disability discrimination and unfair dismissal brought by a store manager with 7 years' service who was sacked for failing to enforce social distancing and misleading Test and Trace during the pandemic.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Former employee v SteamCardiff Limited
A former employee who was not paid her accrued holiday pay or notice pay has been awarded £3,060.72 by an employment tribunal. Her claims for unfair dismissal and age discrimination were dismissed.
Partial · £3,061 · Apr 2023Partial£3,061Apr 2023Domestic Assistant (4 years' service) v Sussex Health Care Limited
A domestic assistant with 4 years' service was fairly dismissed after entering a care home without following infection control measures. The tribunal found the employer's belief in gross misconduct was reasonable and the process was within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Former COO and director of a digital publishing company v Greencastle MM LLP
A former COO and director of a digital publishing company could not claim unfair dismissal or a redundancy payment because he did not have sufficient continuous employment. The tribunal ruled there was no TUPE transfer, associated employer relationship, or successor employer.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Apprentice roofer (10 months' service) v Mr Kevin Mason t/a Kevin Mason Roofing Services
An apprentice roofer with 10 months' service was wrongfully dismissed after raising health and safety concerns. The tribunal awarded £3,012.50 for breach of his common law apprenticeship contract.
Partial · £3,013 · Apr 2023Partial£3,013Apr 2023Care worker (9 months' service) v Heheals Pharmaceutical Services Ltd t/a Christchurch Care
A care worker with nine months' service was constructively dismissed after reporting a colleague's failure to wear PPE and other concerns. The tribunal found she was subjected to detriments and victimised for making protected disclosures.
Partial · Apr 2023Partial—Apr 2023Sales employee (commission-based) v Maple Green Fine Foods Limited
A sales employee who claimed she was underpaid commission by Maple Green Fine Foods has been awarded £2,653.06, but her allegations of sex and age discrimination and pregnancy-related dismissal were dismissed.
Partial · £2,653 · Apr 2023Partial£2,653Apr 2023Former employee v Capita Business Services Limited
A former employee who brought claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination against Capita Business Services Limited reached a settlement at the final hearing, avoiding a full trial.
Settled · Apr 2023Settled—Apr 2023Lead Medical Practitioner (GP, 6 months' service) v BUPA Occupational Health Limited
A GP dismissed during her six-month probation for performance issues lost her whistleblowing claim after a majority tribunal found she had not made any protected disclosures. No compensation awarded.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Primary school teacher (2 years' service) v Orchard Prep Ltd
A tribunal ruled that a teacher who invoiced via her limited company was an employee from September 2019, enabling her to pursue claims for unfair dismissal and whistleblowing.
Won · Apr 2023Won—Apr 2023Bus driver (14 months' service) v D&G Bus Limited
A bus driver who resigned after a dispute about unpaid leave and alleged unfair treatment during the pandemic has lost all his claims at an employment tribunal.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Engagement and Involvement Manager (9 years' service) v NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board
A manager with nine years' service failed to prove he was constructively dismissed or discriminated against after resigning from NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board. The tribunal dismissed all claims including disability discrimination, harassment, and whistleblowing detriment.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Warehouse/Transport Supervisor (12 years' service) v City Plumbing Supplies Holdings Limited
A warehouse supervisor with 12 years' service was fairly dismissed after falsifying stock counts while already on a final written warning for driving an overloaded vehicle. The tribunal found the employer followed a reasonable process.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Former employee v London EV Company Limited
An employment tribunal refused to strike out a former employee's disability discrimination claim despite years of missed deadlines, but imposed strict conditions to get the case to trial.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Commercial Director (19 months' service) v Peterborough Limited
A black African Commercial Director dismissed without notice or consultation after a TUPE transfer lost his race discrimination claim. The tribunal found no evidence that race played any part in the decision.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Care home worker (13 days' service) v Four Seasons (No 7) Limited
A care worker who was dismissed after just 13 days for reporting a colleague's abuse of a resident has won her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal awarded £4,217.68 in compensation.
Partial · £4,218 · Apr 2023Partial£4,218Apr 2023Senior Creative Designer (2 years 8 months' service) v Herbalife Europe Ltd
A senior creative designer's constructive unfair dismissal claim was struck out as out of time, but her direct sex discrimination claim was allowed to proceed on just and equitable grounds.
Partial · Apr 2023Partial—Apr 2023Warehouse operative (7 months' service) v DHL Services Ltd
A tribunal rejected disability discrimination claims from a warehouse operative with a shoulder deformity who was dismissed for breaching health and safety rules by not reporting an injury. The employer's actions were found to be proportionate and not discriminatory.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Chef (former employee) v Gold Panda Limited
A chef was unfairly dismissed after her employment transferred to a new company under TUPE. The tribunal awarded over £12,800 for unfair dismissal, plus compensation for failure to inform and consult, unpaid holiday pay, and lost pension contributions.
Partial · £12,882 · Mar 2023Partial£12,882Mar 2023Postman (16 years' service) v Royal Mail Group Ltd
A postman with 16 years' service who took undelivered mail home on Christmas Eve had his unfair dismissal claim struck out after the tribunal found his conduct during proceedings was scandalous, unreasonable, and vexatious.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Registered general nurses (RGNs) at a care home v Aspen Care Village Ltd
Three Romanian nurses claimed race discrimination after a care home reported them to police for removing a deceased resident's belongings. The tribunal dismissed all claims, finding the employer's actions were based on their professional duties, not race.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Shift manager (2 years' service) v XPO Logistics UK Limited
A shift manager who resigned after her line manager's sarcastic comment and a refused flexible working request lost her constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found she had affirmed the contract by continuing to work.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee (6 years' service) v Tesco Store Limited
A Tesco employee with six years' service was unfairly dismissed after being accused of smoking cannabis on the premises. The tribunal awarded £4,395.25 in compensation.
Partial · £4,395 · Mar 2023Partial£4,395Mar 2023Care Assistant (2 years' service) v WT UK OPCO Ltd (formerly Gracewell Healthcare 3 Ltd)
A care assistant with two years' service was unfairly dismissed for alleged gross misconduct after a flawed investigation. The tribunal awarded £27,316, including a 25% ACAS uplift for the employer's failure to follow the ACAS Code.
Won · £27,316 · Mar 2023Won£27,316Mar 2023Fleet Sales Assistant (4 years' service) v Ssangyong Motor UK Limited
A fleet sales assistant who was made redundant after returning from maternity leave has lost her claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination. The tribunal found the redundancy was genuine and her discrimination claims were out of time.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Support worker (7 years' service) v Creative Support Ltd
A support worker with 7 years' service was fairly dismissed after refusing to wear a face mask or a visor in the office. The tribunal found the employer acted within the band of reasonable responses.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Registered Manager (7 years' service) v Trentside Manor Care Limited
A registered manager with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after her employer used a minor incident as a pretext to dismiss her for requesting flexible working due to disability.
Won · £100,840 · Mar 2023Won£100,840Mar 2023Former employee v HYPHA Restaurants Limited
A former employee of HYPHA Restaurants Limited has won £5,421.70 after the company dismissed her with only one week's notice instead of the contractual month, and failed to pay pension contributions and holiday pay.
Won · £5,422 · Mar 2023Won£5,422Mar 2023General assistant (12 years' service) v Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Limited
A Sainsbury's general assistant with 12 years' service was fairly dismissed after posting accusations of racist mindsets on Yammer and breaching suspension conditions. The tribunal rejected claims of automatic unfair dismissal and victimisation.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Operations Manager (6 months' service) v Demicon Limited
An operations manager with asthma was constructively dismissed after being placed on short-time work for raising health and safety concerns during the first COVID-19 lockdown. The tribunal awarded £27,871 in damages.
Partial · £27,871 · Mar 2023Partial£27,871Mar 2023Former employee v Greenbrook Healthcare (Hounslow) Limited
A preliminary hearing ruled that a former employee's asthma and hypertension were disabilities under the Equality Act, but arteriosclerosis and cardiomyopathy were not. No damages awarded as this was a preliminary issue.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 2023Senior Nurse (Ward Manager, 1 year 3 months' service) v Elysium Healthcare Limited
A Ward Manager with 15 months' service claimed four white colleagues made false statements due to her race. The tribunal found no racial motivation and dismissed the claim.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Teaching Assistant v Three Milestone Education Ltd
A teaching assistant was unfairly dismissed over a cocaine incident at a special needs school, but received no compensation because she would have been sacked anyway. A second assistant won a disability discrimination claim after her mother was refused as a companion at her disciplinary hearing.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 2023Senior policy adviser (Grade 6) v Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
A senior policy adviser who resigned after her bullying grievance was rejected has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer's actions did not breach trust and confidence.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Nurse Practitioner (4 years 11 months' service) v Drs M P Clarke and M R Sarrington T/a Solent View Medical Practice
A nurse practitioner with anxiety who resigned after her request for a dongle was refused has lost her disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found the practice acted reasonably.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v Callacab (UK) Ltd (in liquidation)
A former employee won over £41,000 in compensation for sex discrimination and unfair dismissal after her employer failed to defend the claim.
Won · £41,205 · Mar 2023Won£41,205Mar 2023Technical Manager (11 years' service) v James Finlay Limited
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a technical manager with 11 years' service, finding that the employer's formal performance process was fair and that the dismissal was for capability, not race discrimination.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Job applicant (cruise ship entertainment host) v Carnival plc t/a Carnival UK
A cruise ship entertainment host applicant with bipolar disorder lost his discrimination and victimisation claims after a tribunal found the rejection was based on interview performance, not his disability or previous tribunal claim.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Postman (27 years' service) v Royal Mail Group Limited
A postman who collected mail 11 minutes early and scanned the barcode away from the box was unfairly dismissed. The tribunal found Royal Mail ignored his mental health and failed to follow proper procedures.
Won · Mar 2023Won—Mar 2023Former employee (construction labourer) v St Edward Homes Limited
An employment tribunal struck out a series of claims brought by a former construction labourer against multiple respondents, finding them to be res judicata, an abuse of process, and totally without merit. The claimant was ordered to pay £20,000 in costs and £1,786 in preparation time.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v St Edward Homes Limited
A former employee's claim for protected disclosure detriment was struck out after the tribunal found the alleged acts were covered by judicial proceedings immunity and the claim was an abuse of process. A costs order of £20,000 was made.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023First Line Leader (5 years' service) v Unilever UK Limited
A First Line Leader with 5 years' service was unfairly dismissed by Unilever after unclear instructions on social distancing measures and a 6-week investigation delay. The tribunal reduced compensation by 30% for his own contribution.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 2023Former employee v MPS Housing Ltd
A former employee of MPS Housing Ltd won his constructive unfair dismissal claim but lost all disability discrimination claims. The tribunal awarded £16,250.48.
Partial · £16,250 · Mar 2023Partial£16,250Mar 2023Former employee (8 years' service) v Z
A former employee with 8 years' service has won claims for unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, unpaid holiday pay and unauthorised deductions, receiving over £16,000. Her disability discrimination claims were dismissed.
Partial · £16,374 · Mar 2023Partial£16,374Mar 2023Former employee v Nakanojo UK Ltd
A former employee's claims for unpaid wages and race discrimination were struck out after she presented them eight months late, believing the time limit was two years as in Italy.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Service Delivery Manager (3 years 10 months' service) v HP INC UK Limited
A Service Delivery Manager who resigned after receiving a final written warning for bullying and safety violations lost his constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found no breach of contract and dismissed all discrimination claims.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023IT Project Manager (fixed-term contract) v Warwickshire County Council
An IT project manager on a fixed-term contract brought multiple claims of race discrimination, victimisation and whistleblowing detriment against Warwickshire County Council. The tribunal dismissed every claim, finding he had invented allegations and created false documents.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee (personal assistant/chauffeur assistant) v HCL Chauffeurs UK Ltd
A former personal assistant was dismissed for gross misconduct over fuel card use, but the tribunal found the process unfair. However, due to a break in service she lacked two years' continuous employment, so her unfair dismissal claim failed.
Partial · £1,225 · Mar 2023Partial£1,225Mar 2023Chef (7 years' service) v Bright Horizons Family Solutions Limited
A chef with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a flawed investigation that showed gender bias. The tribunal found the employer treated him less favourably than a female colleague in similar circumstances. He was awarded £33,666.99.
Won · £33,667 · Mar 2023Won£33,667Mar 2023Customer Service Adviser (11 years' service) v Student Loans Company Limited
A Customer Service Adviser with 11 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a single rude call. The tribunal found procedural failings but reduced compensation by 40% for her conduct.
Partial · £22,122 · Mar 2023Partial£22,122Mar 2023Laundry operative (29 days' service) v Elis UK Limited
A laundry operative who left work after 29 days and alleged racism had his claims dismissed by the Exeter tribunal after he failed to attend the hearing.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Deputy Manager (5 years' service) v Paramount Care (Easington) Limited
A deputy manager with five years' service was unfairly dismissed after a CQC report highlighted failures at her care home. The tribunal found the investigation unreasonable but reduced her award by 20% for her own poor record-keeping.
Partial · £6,914 · Mar 2023Partial£6,914Mar 2023Paralegal (3.5 years' service) v Swift Lawyers Ltd
A paralegal with 3.5 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against due to pregnancy when her employer made her redundant without proper consultation or considering alternative roles. The tribunal awarded £18,792.26.
Partial · £18,792 · Mar 2023Partial£18,792Mar 2023Former employee v LJE Management Limited
A former employee won £13,617 after a tribunal found she was racially discriminated against, harassed, and unfairly dismissed by LJE Management Limited, which did not attend the hearing.
Won · £13,617 · Mar 2023Won£13,617Mar 2023Former employee v Out and Out Original Limited
A former employee who attended a final hearing by phone, left twice, and refused to return had his unlawful deduction claim struck out for unreasonable conduct.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Former employee v Richard Frost
A former employee who withdrew an earlier claim and then brought the same complaints again has had her case struck out. The tribunal ruled it had no jurisdiction to hear the identical allegations.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Hire Controller (2 years' service) v Torrent Trackside Ltd
An employment tribunal has ruled that a hire controller with degenerative disc disease was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against because of her disability. The respondent, Torrent Trackside Ltd, dismissed her without warning after 10 months' absence.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 2023Finance Accountant (21 years' service) v The London Borough of Bexley
A finance accountant with 21 years' service was dismissed on capability grounds due to long-term sickness. Her unfair dismissal claim was rejected as out of time, and her discrimination claims were dismissed on the merits.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Showroom Manager/Designer (5 months' service) v GT Plumbing & Heating Ltd
A showroom manager with five months' service won £3,688 for unlawful deductions from wages, holiday pay and failure to provide written particulars, but her disability discrimination claim was dismissed because her employer did not know she had dyslexia.
Partial · £3,688 · Mar 2023Partial£3,688Mar 2023Security Officer (4 years' service) v G4S Secure Solutions (UK) Ltd
A security officer with four years' service was unfairly dismissed after G4S mistakenly believed he could not legally work following his SIA licence revocation. The tribunal awarded £16,632.84.
Won · £16,633 · Mar 2023Won£16,633Mar 2023Applications Engineer (7 years' service) v Sterling Thermal Technology Ltd
An applications engineer with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his redundancy scoring was manipulated and age played a material role. The tribunal awarded £65,747.54.
Partial · £65,748 · Mar 2023Partial£65,748Mar 2023Staff nurse (12 years' service) v Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
A staff nurse with 12 years' service who was dismissed after two years' sick leave and failed redeployment attempts has lost her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Customer Assistant (10 years' service) v Tesco Stores Ltd
A Tesco customer assistant with 10 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after making racist comments, the tribunal ruled, rejecting claims of race discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v G4S Secure Solutions Limited
A former employee who brought discrimination and harassment claims with no basis in fact has been ordered to pay £15,165 in costs after the tribunal found her conduct vexatious and unreasonable.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Customer service agent (12 years' service) v dnata Limited
A customer service agent with 12 years' service was awarded £2,213.32 after dnata Limited breached his contract by failing to pay sick pay correctly, but his unfair dismissal and all disability discrimination claims were rejected.
Partial · £2,213 · Mar 2023Partial£2,213Mar 2023Lettings Manager (3 years' service) v Phillip Ellis Properties Limited
A lettings manager who suffered a stroke was unfairly dismissed after his employer refused to allow him to work from home. The tribunal awarded £27,664.
Won · £27,665 · Mar 2023Won£27,665Mar 2023Management Information Analyst (1 year's service) v Direct Commercial Limited
A management information analyst who resigned and was offered a conditional bonus during his notice period successfully claimed breach of contract when the employer refused to pay, winning £2,000.
Won · £2,000 · Mar 2023Won£2,000Mar 2023Customer Services Supervisor (safety critical role) v London Underground Ltd
A Customer Services Supervisor for London Underground was fairly dismissed after being discharged from residential drug rehabilitation for threatening behaviour. The tribunal found the employer's investigation and decision were within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Financial Accountant (5 months' service) v Saul D Harrison & Sons Plc (t/a Harrison Wipes)
An employment tribunal has dismissed claims of race discrimination and harassment brought by a financial accountant who was sacked after five months for her management style and refusal to accept suspension.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Production operative (semi-skilled, 7 years' service) v Jaguar Landrover Limited
A production operative with 7 years' service was fairly dismissed on capability grounds after an extensive search for alternative roles failed, the tribunal ruled.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Revenue Control Officer (10 months' service) v Govia Thameslink Railway Limited
A Revenue Control Officer with PTSD after four passenger assaults was not redeployed to a non-customer-facing role. The tribunal found the employer failed to make reasonable adjustments and discriminated against her.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 2023Former employee v DAU Draexlmaier Automotive UK Limited
A former employee has been found to be disabled under the Equality Act 2010 due to anxiety, after the tribunal accepted that her condition had a substantial and long-term adverse effect on daily activities.
Won · Mar 2023Won—Mar 2023Agency nurse (Band 5, over 60, with HIV) v University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
An agency nurse over 60 with HIV lost her disability discrimination claims after refusing to work in ICU during COVID-19. The tribunal found the NHS Trust did not know about her HIV and acted reasonably in the pandemic context.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Clinical Support Worker (6 years' service) v Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
An NHS trust fairly dismissed a clinical support worker with rheumatoid arthritis and sickle cell anaemia after a 12-month absence, the tribunal ruled. The trust had explored redeployment and followed its procedures.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Electrician (5 years' service) v UK Power Networks (Services) Limited
An electrician with 5 years' service failed to prove direct age discrimination when his contract was not renewed after he mentioned retirement. The tribunal found no less favourable treatment on grounds of age.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v DMT Solutions UK Limited t/as Bluecrest
A tribunal has upheld a decision to grant an employer an extension of time to submit its response, after the claim form was delayed in internal mail for several weeks.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v Teen Support Services Ltd
A former employee of Teen Support Services Ltd has won a claim for unauthorised deductions from wages, receiving £1,704.12 for unpaid sleep-in payments and annual leave. Her unfair dismissal claim was rejected.
Partial · £1,704 · Mar 2023Partial£1,704Mar 2023Funeral director (30 years' service) v Dignity Funerals Ltd
A funeral director with 30 years' service was unfairly dismissed after removing a deceased person's jewellery. The tribunal found procedural unfairness and awarded £43,350.60 after a 40% reduction for contributory fault.
Won · £43,351 · Mar 2023Won£43,351Mar 2023Specialty doctor in emergency medicine (12 years' service) v Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a specialty doctor with 12 years' service for capability, finding the NHS trust's process was fair and that his disability was not the cause of his performance problems.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Agency social worker (4.5 months' service) v South Gloucestershire Council
An agency social worker with endometriosis had her placement terminated five weeks early due to sickness absence. The tribunal found the council directly discriminated against her and awarded £12,570.
Partial · £12,570 · Mar 2023Partial£12,570Mar 2023Civil enforcement officer (CEO) v NSL Ltd
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a civil enforcement officer who assaulted a member of the public by knocking a phone from their hand. All race discrimination and harassment claims were also rejected.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisor (10 years' service) v Derbyshire County Council
A teaching assistant who was dismissed on ill-health grounds had her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims struck out after presenting them 415 days late. The tribunal found no explanation for the delay and no jurisdiction to hear the case.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Director (full-time working director) v The REC Horsham Limited
An employment tribunal dismissed a director's constructive dismissal claim after finding he was complicit in the company's failure to pay tax and National Insurance and abuse of the furlough scheme.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Production Manager (13 years' service) v Herongrange Manpower Direct Limited (previously Herongrange Security and Systems Limited)
A production manager with 13 years' service was dismissed without notice on the day his employment transferred to a new company. The tribunal found automatic unfair dismissal and direct age discrimination, awarding over £130,000.
Won · £130,257 · Mar 2023Won£130,257Mar 2023Room attendant (10 years' service) v Lainston House Limited
A room attendant with 10 years' service was unfairly dismissed for irretrievable breakdown of trust and confidence, but the tribunal found she would have been dismissed two weeks later anyway. She received a basic award of £1,665.
Partial · £1,665 · Mar 2023Partial£1,665Mar 2023Former employee v Royal Mail Group Ltd
A former Royal Mail employee won £308.66 in unpaid sick pay, but his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims were dismissed by the tribunal.
Partial · £309 · Mar 2023Partial£309Mar 2023Work coach (1 year's service) v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions
A work coach with one year's service was dismissed for accessing his own Universal Credit account from his work laptop. The tribunal rejected his claims of disability discrimination, finding he had committed the misconduct.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Trainee Biomedical Scientist (12 years' service) v Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
A trainee biomedical scientist with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed after the NHS Trust failed to fix an appeal hearing, despite knowing she was seriously ill. The tribunal awarded £17,771.29.
Partial · £17,771 · Mar 2023Partial£17,771Mar 2023Machine Tool Services Engineer (9 years' service) v Design & Technical Services (UK) Ltd
A machine tool services engineer was unfairly dismissed after using a company fuel card during furlough, but the tribunal awarded no compensation because he would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · £0 · Mar 2023Partial£0Mar 2023Senior Asset Officer (4 years 9 months' service) v Evolve Facility Services Limited (A subsidiary of The Riverside Group)
A Senior Asset Officer who resigned after being placed at risk of redundancy has lost his claims of constructive dismissal, direct race discrimination and victimisation. The tribunal found the claims were either out of time or not well-founded.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v Westminster City Council
A former employee’s attempt to add an equal pay complaint to her existing claim was refused by the tribunal, which found the new claim was out of time and would cause greater hardship to Westminster City Council than to her.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Genetic Director (7 years' service) v Check4Cancer Ltd
A Genetic Director who resigned after feeling excluded from strategic decisions during her pregnancy has lost her constructive unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. The tribunal found the employer's actions were not because of her pregnancy.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee (long-term sickness absence) v Plusnet Plc
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a long-term sick employee by Plusnet Plc, finding the employer acted reasonably in concluding there was no prospect of a return to work.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v Verifone UK Ltd
A former employee of Verifone UK Ltd has been awarded £88,519 after an employment tribunal upheld her claims of unfair dismissal and victimisation, while dismissing her race discrimination complaints.
Partial · £88,519 · Mar 2023Partial£88,519Mar 2023Former employee (6 years' service) v Ibco Limited
A former employee with six years' service has been awarded £37,003.42 after an employment tribunal found Ibco Limited discriminated against him by failing to make reasonable adjustments, harassing and victimising him, and unfairly dismissing him.
Won · £37,003 · Mar 2023Won£37,003Mar 2023Meter reader (10 years' service) v Morrison Data Services Limited
A meter reader who refused to consent to an occupational health referral for months was fairly dismissed on capability grounds, the tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Registered Nurse (3 years 8 months' service) v East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a Band 5 registered nurse who refused to return to work after being removed from clinical duties over patient safety concerns. All claims, including unfair dismissal and disability discrimination, were dismissed.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v Fiza Foods Ltd
A former employee was awarded £12,871 after being dismissed while pregnant. The tribunal found automatic unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination.
Won · £12,871 · Mar 2023Won£12,871Mar 2023Paint technician (6 years' service) v Autotech Reading Limited
A paint technician with autism who was selected for redundancy after scoring lower on a 'team working' criterion has lost his claims for unfair dismissal, whistleblowing detriment and disability discrimination.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v IMT Transport Limited
A former employee was unfairly dismissed by IMT Transport Limited and awarded £4,357.90, but their claim of disability discrimination was rejected by the tribunal.
Partial · £4,358 · Mar 2023Partial£4,358Mar 2023Dental nurses (job-sharing, 3-4 years' service) v 29 Fleet Street Limited, Dr R Dawood, Dr A Dawood, Dawood & Tanner (trading as Temple Dental), Darwood IP Limited
Two dental nurses were automatically unfairly dismissed when their employer claimed redundancy but the real reason was a planned transfer of the dental business to a new provider. The tribunal awarded £7,090 in compensation.
Partial · £7,090 · Mar 2023Partial£7,090Mar 2023Locum occupational therapist/care coordinator (13 weeks' service) v South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
A locum occupational therapist with Type 1 diabetes succeeded in her disability discrimination claim after her NHS trust employer failed to carry out a proper risk assessment and required her to return to work during the pandemic. The tribunal found the trust's actions amounted to a failure to make reasonable adjustments and harassment.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 2023Electrical Biomedical Engineering technician (Band 6, 2 years' service) v IFM Bolton Limited
An electrical technician with two years' service was fairly dismissed after failing capability tests and refusing a downgraded post. The tribunal rejected claims of race and religion discrimination.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Head of HR (2 years' service) v Caritas Anchor House
A tribunal dismissed a constructive unfair dismissal claim by a Head of HR who resigned after feeling overwhelmed, finding no repudiatory breach by the employer.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023In-house employment solicitor (4 years' service) v National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers
An employment tribunal dismissed all 133 claims brought by an in-house solicitor against the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers, including allegations of assault, constructive dismissal, and disability discrimination.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Former employee v Asda Stores Limited
A former employee who failed to comply with tribunal orders and did not attend a preliminary hearing has been ordered to pay £3,120 in costs after his claim was automatically struck out.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Customer service advisor (3 years' service) v Alliance Healthcare Management Services Ltd
A customer service advisor with Ménière's disease was unfairly dismissed after refusing to work from home when her face shield was banned. The tribunal reduced her compensation by 75% for her own conduct.
Partial · Feb 2023Partial—Feb 2023Community Care Assistant (5 years' service) v Heheals Pharmaceutical Ltd t/a Christ Church Care Agency
A community care assistant with severe asthma was summarily dismissed for not being able to wear a surgical mask. The tribunal found the employer failed to investigate alternatives or make reasonable adjustments.
Settled · Feb 2023Settled—Feb 2023Former employee v Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
An employment tribunal struck out discrimination and redundancy claims from a former NHS employee who failed to provide any details to support them, and dismissed her unfair dismissal claim.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) (14 years' service) v The Commissioner of Police for the Metropolis
A Police Community Support Officer with PTSD was dismissed for breaching a non-molestation order, but the tribunal found no link between his disability and the misconduct. He was later reinstated on appeal.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Former employee v Garmston Professional Ltd
A former employee won £35,163 after her employer failed to submit a response to her pregnancy discrimination claim in time, leading to a default judgment.
Won · £35,163 · Feb 2023Won£35,163Feb 2023Warehouse operative (6 years' service) v Alexir Co Packers Limited
A warehouse operative's sexual harassment claim was dismissed because she filed her claim too late, and her unfair dismissal claim was struck out as she never actually resigned.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Beautician / salon manager (2 years' service) v Gorj Gillingham Ltd (in voluntary liquidation) and Rose Beauty Bar Ltd
A beautician and store manager was dismissed by her employer shortly after the salon was sold to a new company while she was on maternity leave. The tribunal found a TUPE transfer had occurred and the dismissal was automatically unfair, awarding £3,943.77.
Partial · £3,944 · Feb 2023Partial£3,944Feb 2023Former employee v Coventry University
A former employee of Coventry University was refused permission to add race and age discrimination claims to his unfair dismissal case, after applying to amend his claim over a year after the original deadline.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Security Officer (11 years' service) v G4S Secure Solutions (UK) Limited
A security officer with 11 years' service was fairly dismissed after video evidence showed her apparently sleeping on duty. The tribunal upheld G4S's decision, finding the employer acted reasonably.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Watch Manager (25 years' service) v Securitas Security (UK) Ltd
A Watch Manager with 25 years' service was fairly dismissed after Airbus withdrew his security badge, the tribunal ruled. He was awarded £2,245.67 for unpaid notice pay but his unfair dismissal and age discrimination claims failed.
Partial · £2,246 · Feb 2023Partial£2,246Feb 2023Hairdresser (18 months' service) v Atelier Clifton Ltd
A hairdresser who was dismissed after self-isolating following contact with a COVID-positive client has won her claim for automatic unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination. The Bristol tribunal awarded £59,632.94.
Won · £59,633 · Feb 2023Won£59,633Feb 2023Job applicant v Woven Solutions Ltd
A job applicant who had her offer withdrawn after providing a redacted, unrecognisable passport photocopy failed to prove race discrimination. The tribunal found the employer acted solely on right-to-work concerns.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Nail/beauty technician (approx. 1 year's service) v Anna Health and Beauty Limited
A nail technician who resigned after a disagreement over furlough pay lost her pregnancy discrimination claim. The tribunal found she was not dismissed but resigned voluntarily.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Therapeutic Community Support Worker (1 year 7 months' service) v Sea Sanctuary
A support worker with depression and anxiety was unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to consider concluding disciplinary proceedings in writing. The tribunal awarded £14,573.
Won · £14,573 · Feb 2023Won£14,573Feb 2023Head of Private Patients (band 8d, 4 years' service) v Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
The employment tribunal dismissed claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and whistleblowing detriment brought by a former head of private patients at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, finding the trust acted reasonably in dismissing her due to a breakdown in trust and confidence.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Social worker (23 years' service) v Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council
A social worker with 23 years' service was constructively unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to implement Access to Work recommendations and refused a transfer. The tribunal found the council's conduct destroyed trust and confidence.
Won · Feb 2023Won—Feb 2023Bus driver v A & A Coach Travel Ltd
A bus driver with Asperger's Syndrome was constructively dismissed after repeated abusive comments on a WhatsApp group and threats to sack him if he pursued an insurance claim. The tribunal awarded £25,000 for injury to feelings.
Won · £25,000 · Feb 2023Won£25,000Feb 2023Shift manager/transport planner (2 years' service) v Chillaway Express Special Limited
A shift manager with chronic fatigue syndrome was fairly dismissed after 8 months' absence, the tribunal ruled, finding the small employer acted reasonably in the circumstances.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Process Technician (15 years' service) v Thames Water Utilities Limited
A tribunal has ruled that a Thames Water process technician with 15 years' service was not disabled under the Equality Act, dismissing his disability discrimination claims. The decision turned on whether his stress, anxiety and depression had a long-term substantial effect.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Former employee v Dimensions UK Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Dimensions UK Ltd was struck out after he failed to comply with tribunal orders and did not attend the hearing. The tribunal found his non-compliance was intentional and disrespectful.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023HGV driver (3 years' service) v R.F. Bellis Haulage Limited
HGV driver fairly dismissed after refusing to return to work; race discrimination claims rejected
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Driver/custodian (6 years' service) v Loomis UK Ltd
A driver/custodian with 6 years' service was made redundant after scoring 16 out of a breakpoint of 19. The tribunal found the redundancy process fair and dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and religious discrimination.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Agency worker (assigned to Torque Retail Services Ltd) v Torque Retail Services Limited
An agency worker with a disability was discriminated against and victimised when his assignment was terminated. The tribunal awarded £5,005 in compensation.
Partial · £5,005 · Feb 2023Partial£5,005Feb 2023Former employee (pregnant at time of dismissal) v VPS PVT Limited
A tribunal found that VPS PVT Limited unfairly dismissed a pregnant employee and discriminated against her by failing to carry out a health and safety risk assessment. The claimant was awarded £23,823.50 in compensation.
Won · £23,824 · Feb 2023Won£23,824Feb 2023Anglican Prison Chaplain (3 years' service) v Secretary of State for Justice
A prison chaplain with 3 years' service was fairly dismissed for performance issues after extensive support, the Sheffield tribunal ruled, rejecting all discrimination and harassment claims.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Refuse Loader (10 years' service) v London Borough of Newham
A refuse loader with 10 years' service was dismissed for failing to wear his high-visibility vest and reporting late, while a white colleague who committed fraud received only a written warning. The tribunal found race discrimination.
Won · Feb 2023Won—Feb 2023Care worker (supporting service users) v iCare Living Limited
An employment tribunal dismissed a care worker's claims that he suffered detriments for making protected disclosures, and refused to allow him to add a religion/belief discrimination claim that was out of time.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Online teacher (7.5 hours per week) v Horizon Care and Education Group Limited
An online teacher who withdrew her disability discrimination claim on the second day of the hearing avoided a costs order, even though the tribunal found her conduct unreasonable.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Bursar and Clerk to the Governors (7 years' service) v Alpha Schools (Holdings) Ltd and Wellesley House School Ltd
A bursar and clerk to the governors was summarily dismissed without notice or pay. The tribunal awarded £97,220.70 for unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, and unpaid holiday pay, plus a penalty for failing to provide written particulars.
Won · £97,221 · Feb 2023Won£97,221Feb 2023Dental practice employee v Park Cottage Dental Practice Limited
A dental practice employee's claims of constructive unfair dismissal, race discrimination, and harassment were dismissed by the tribunal after a full hearing. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Community Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker (20 years' service) v Cornwall Partnership NHS Trust
An NHS trust fairly dismissed a community healthcare assistant with 20 years' service for gross misconduct after she introduced a vulnerable patient to a convicted fraudster and shared confidential information. The employment tribunal upheld the dismissal.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Area Manager (11 years' service) v Crystal Services plc
An area manager who was moved to a new division and had his working pattern changed was unfairly dismissed for gross misconduct and subjected to direct race discrimination. The tribunal found the dismissal both procedurally and substantively unfair.
Partial · Feb 2023Partial—Feb 2023Branch manager (care services) v Helping Hands Midshires Care Ltd
A branch manager who was dismissed just three weeks into her role failed to prove she was sacked because of her race or for raising safety concerns. The tribunal dismissed all claims after she did not attend the hearing.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Night Worker (4 months' service) v St Mungo Community Housing Association
A night worker with four months' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after failing to carry out mandatory building patrols. The tribunal rejected his claims of automatic unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and victimisation.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Housing Options Advisor (21 years' service) v London Borough of Redbridge
A housing options advisor who was dismissed after failing a competitive interview was found to have been unfairly dismissed because the council failed to provide promised training and support. The tribunal awarded £2,698 in compensation.
Partial · £2,698 · Feb 2023Partial£2,698Feb 2023English & Maths Community Coordinator (9 years' service) v Birmingham Metropolitan College
An English & Maths Community Coordinator with 9 years' service was unfairly dismissed by Birmingham Metropolitan College during maternity leave, but the tribunal awarded no compensation due to a 100% Polkey reduction.
Partial · Feb 2023Partial—Feb 2023Fragrance Accounts Manager (11 years' service) v Mane Limited
A Fragrance Accounts Manager with 11 years' service was fairly dismissed for poor performance after a Performance Improvement Plan, and the tribunal rejected her claim that retirement discussions amounted to age discrimination.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Subcontractor manager (4 years' service) v Q
A subcontractor manager with four years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after failing to pass on penalty costs to subcontractors. Her claims for unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and failure to make reasonable adjustments were all rejected.
Partial · Feb 2023Partial—Feb 2023Teaching assistant (less than 2 years' service) v Meadowfield School
A teaching assistant with Type 1 diabetes, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and fibromyalgia had all her disability discrimination and victimisation claims against Meadowfield School dismissed by the tribunal.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Finance manager (13 years' service) v CI Accountancy Limited
A finance manager with 13 years' service was dismissed after taking leave to care for her husband with heart failure. The tribunal found disability discrimination and automatic unfair dismissal, awarding £114,421.
Partial · £114,421 · Feb 2023Partial£114,421Feb 2023Hair Assessor (4 years' service) v Skills to Group Limited
A tribunal has ruled that Skills to Group Limited fairly dismissed a hair assessor with 4 years' service who had been absent for 22 months due to complications from knee surgery. The employer's concerns about workplace safety justified the dismissal.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Former employee v Krispy Kreme U.K. Limited
A tribunal found that Krispy Kreme U.K. Limited constructively dismissed a former employee and discriminated against him because of his nationality. He was awarded £3,060 including £990 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £3,060 · Feb 2023Partial£3,060Feb 2023Carpet fitter v Rema Tip Top Industry UK Ltd
A tribunal ordered a former carpet fitter to pay £12,950 in costs after he pursued disability discrimination and unfair dismissal claims that were out of time and based on untruthful evidence. His former solicitors were also ordered to pay £1,600 in wasted costs.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Home care worker (less than 6 weeks' service) v Joy2Care Ltd
A home care worker who sent abusive emails and refused to engage with her employer after less than six weeks' work was fairly dismissed for 'some other substantial reason'. The tribunal rejected all her claims.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Former employee v Busy Bees Nurseries Limited
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was reinstated after the tribunal admitted it sent key correspondence to the wrong email address, causing the claim to be struck out for non-response.
Remitted · Feb 2023Remitted—Feb 2023Town Clerk (6 years' service) v Pembrey and Burry Port Town Council
A town clerk with six years' service resigned after her employer delayed a pay review and gave evasive responses to her grievance. The tribunal found she was constructively unfairly dismissed and awarded £40,299.
Partial · £40,299 · Feb 2023Partial£40,299Feb 2023Teacher (2 years 8 months' service) v Orchard Hill College Academy Trust
A teacher at a special needs school succeeded in a whistleblowing detriment claim after the chair of governors sent an email suggesting counter-proceedings against him, which was accidentally disclosed. The tribunal awarded £2,500 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £2,500 · Feb 2023Partial£2,500Feb 2023Business Administration Manager (21 years' service) v British Car Auctions Limited
A Business Administration Manager with 21 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a flawed redundancy selection process that the tribunal found was tainted by age discrimination. The case highlights the risks of competency-based scoring lacking transparency.
Won · Feb 2023Won—Feb 2023Former fuel depot operator (2 years' service) v The Oil and Pipelines Agency
A former fuel depot operator who repeatedly accessed his employer's IT system after being told not to has lost his unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the dismissal for gross misconduct was fair.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Arrears and Investigations Manager (19 years' service) v Slough Borough Council
An Arrears and Investigations Manager with 19 years' service was unfairly dismissed when Slough Borough Council failed to consult properly and timed her redundancy 17 days before her 55th birthday, costing her pension access. Tribunal awarded £60,625.84.
Partial · £60,626 · Feb 2023Partial£60,626Feb 2023Former employee v The Workshop Coffee House Ltd
A former employee was awarded over £18,500 after being automatically unfairly dismissed due to pregnancy. The employer did not defend the claim, leading to a default judgment.
Won · £18,523 · Feb 2023Won£18,523Feb 2023Sales agent (7 months' service) v Hansbiomed Europé Ltd
A sales agent with seven months' service was fairly dismissed after refusing to accept a PR manager role that required some sales tasks. Her claims of unfair dismissal, discrimination, and whistleblowing were all rejected.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Former employee (4 years' service) v Three Rivers District Council
A former employee of Three Rivers District Council was refused permission to add pregnancy discrimination claims to her existing race and constructive dismissal case, as the application came over two years after the time limit expired.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Bank recovery worker (healthcare assistant) v Elysium Healthcare Limited
An employment tribunal has dismissed claims of whistleblowing detriment and race discrimination brought by a former bank recovery worker against Elysium Healthcare Limited. The tribunal found that the claimant's removal from the bank staff list was due to a patient safety incident, not her protected disclosure or race.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Relief Security Officer (2 weeks' service) v Sentry Consulting Limited
A relief security officer with only two weeks' service won his disability discrimination claim after his employer stopped offering him shifts when he disclosed his Asperger's and dyslexia and asked for flexibility on start times.
Partial · Feb 2023Partial—Feb 2023Former employee v Broadbent Assist Ltd
A former employee was unfairly dismissed by Broadbent Assist Ltd but her compensation was limited to just four weeks' pay. The tribunal also dismissed her discrimination and victimisation claims.
Partial · £2,070 · Feb 2023Partial£2,070Feb 2023Employee Relations Advisor (6 weeks' service) v Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd
An employee with Asplenia and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome was automatically unfairly dismissed after asking to work from home on government shielding advice. The tribunal found the real reason was her disability.
Won · Feb 2023Won—Feb 2023Kitchen/snack bar worker (21 years' service) v Ardeigh House Community Association
A kitchen worker with 21 years' service was found to have been discriminated against on grounds of age when her employer failed to contact her about a redundancy. The tribunal awarded £11,400 including injury to feelings.
Partial · £11,400 · Jan 2023Partial£11,400Jan 2023Warehouse operative (7 years' service) v John Lewis plc
A warehouse operative with 7 years' service resigned after securing a new job, but his claim that a final incident forced him out was rejected by the tribunal. All claims of constructive dismissal, disability discrimination, and harassment were dismissed.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Executive Assistant (5 years' service) v University of London
An executive assistant who resigned after her request to reduce hours to 2.5 days per week was refused has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the university acted reasonably.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Minibus driver and midday meals assistant (4 years' service) v Gatehouse Educational Trust Limited
A school minibus driver who claimed she was made redundant because of her sex has lost her case. The tribunal found no evidence of discrimination and noted she had not engaged with the consultation process.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Divisional Accountant (Family Care Division, 2007-2016) v East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
A divisional accountant lost her equal pay claim after the tribunal accepted that the higher pay of male comparators was due to the greater size and complexity of their divisions, not sex discrimination.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Former employee v Norton Industrial Fasteners Ltd
A former employee who was unfairly dismissed and subjected to a sexist comment by a director has been awarded £5,665.07 by the Cambridge Employment Tribunal.
Partial · £5,665 · Jan 2023Partial£5,665Jan 2023Project Controls Manager (5 years' service) v Ministry of Defence
A US national employed for five years by the Ministry of Defence was dismissed when the department realised her contract was void under Civil Service Nationality Rules. The tribunal struck out all claims as having no reasonable prospect of success.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 2023Senior Accountant (6 years' service) v Blackberry UK Limited
A senior accountant who was selected for redundancy shortly after returning from maternity leave has lost her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. The tribunal found the redundancy was genuine and the scoring process was fair.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Social worker (Children's Services) v London Borough of Enfield
A children's services social worker with dyspraxia was discriminated against when her employer placed her on performance improvement plans. The tribunal awarded £5,382.90 but rejected her constructive dismissal claim.
Partial · £5,383 · Jan 2023Partial£5,383Jan 2023Stage crew member (long service) v Welsh National Opera
A long-serving stage crew member with dyslexia has won his unfair dismissal claim against Welsh National Opera after the tribunal found the employer failed to discuss reasonable adjustments during a redundancy process. All other claims, including age discrimination and protected disclosure complaints, were dismissed.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Barber (3 years' service) v Mr Christian Donnelly t/a Acute Barbers
A barber with three years' service was unfairly dismissed via WhatsApp after calling in sick. The tribunal also found the employer made unauthorised deductions from wages and failed to provide a written contract, awarding £3,435.59.
Partial · £3,436 · Jan 2023Partial£3,436Jan 2023Former employee v Nottingham City Council
A default judgment against Nottingham City Council was revoked after the tribunal found it had lost the employer's response. The case will now proceed to a full hearing.
Remitted · Jan 2023Remitted—Jan 2023School Business Manager (17 years' service) v The Oak Trust
A school business manager with 17 years' service was unfairly dismissed and directly discriminated against on grounds of age when her redundancy was timed to avoid a pension strain payment. The tribunal found only a 10% chance she would have kept her job under a fair process.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Mechanical design engineer (2 years' service) v Federal-Mogul Controlled Power Limited
A mechanical design engineer with two years' service failed to prove his redundancy was a sham, with the tribunal rejecting claims of whistleblowing, age discrimination and health and safety detriments. Only a conceded holiday pay award of £2,249.99 was made.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Group Facilities Manager (4 years' service) v AI-Mubarakia Limited
A Group Facilities Manager was dismissed in a sham redundancy after a director made racist comments. The tribunal upheld claims of unfair dismissal, direct race discrimination, and harassment.
Won · Jan 2023Won—Jan 2023Social worker (14 years' service) v Cardiff County Council
A social worker with 14 years' service resigned after raising concerns about a colleague's return to work. Her claim was filed 7 days late, but the tribunal allowed it to proceed due to ongoing ACAS negotiations and her mental health.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Former employee v The Department of Work and Pensions
A former employee who suffered PTSD after a violent attack at work was not considered disabled under the Equality Act until four months later, the tribunal ruled. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Former employee v Creations Hairdressers & Barbering Studio Ltd.
A former employee who did not attend hearings or respond to a strike-out warning had his unfair dismissal and discrimination claim struck out. The tribunal also ordered him to pay £3,488.40 in costs.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 2023Supermarket Assistant (3 years' service) v John Lewis PLC
A Waitrose employee who refused to carry out reasonable tasks and used foul language about managers was fairly dismissed for misconduct. The tribunal awarded £536.94 for unpaid holiday and overtime.
Partial · £537 · Jan 2023Partial£537Jan 2023English to German translator (10 years' service) v STB Limited (trading as Surrey Translation Bureau)
An English to German translator with multiple sclerosis won her claim that her employer failed to make reasonable adjustments during redundancy consultation, but the tribunal upheld the redundancy dismissal as fair.
Partial · £1,350 · Jan 2023Partial£1,350Jan 2023YES youth worker (30 years' service) v Reading Borough Council
A Reading Borough Council youth worker with 30 years' service failed to prove her dismissal for poor performance was racially motivated. The tribunal found no less favourable treatment compared to a hypothetical comparator.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Former employee (6 years' service) v Ibco Limited
A tribunal upheld claims of unfair dismissal, indirect race discrimination, and victimisation for one former employee, and unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and failure to make reasonable adjustments for another. Damages of £31,752 were awarded to the first claimant.
Partial · £31,752 · Jan 2023Partial£31,752Jan 2023Stress Testing Controls Analysis Manager v National Westminster Bank PLC
A tribunal has allowed a former Stress Testing Controls Analysis Manager to amend her claim to include public interest disclosure detriment and an additional equal pay comparator, but refused most of her sex and race discrimination allegations.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Spanish teacher (12 years' service) v Interhigh Education Ltd
A Spanish teacher with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed for refusing a new contract after his employer misrepresented a pay rise as 10% when it was actually 1.2%. The tribunal found the dismissal outside the range of reasonable responses.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Band 5 Staff Nurse (30 years' experience) v University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Trust
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a nurse who failed to demonstrate basic nursing skills during a supernumerary training period, despite 30 years of experience. The trust's decision was found to be within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Bank worker (care home) v Cygnet Health Care Limited
A care home bank worker who was dismissed for not being vaccinated against COVID-19 failed to prove discrimination but succeeded in claiming unpaid wages and holiday pay for seven shifts, totalling £891.80.
Partial · £892 · Jan 2023Partial£892Jan 2023Centre Manager (17 years' service) v West Northamptonshire Council
A centre manager with 17 years' service resigned after her employer delayed responding to her return-to-work plan and failed to follow occupational health advice. The tribunal found constructive unfair dismissal.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Sales Negotiator (4 years' service) v Bradleys Estate Agents Limited
A sales negotiator with cancer was constructively unfairly dismissed after her employer rejected her grievance about a manager's comment without holding a meeting. The tribunal found a fundamental breach of trust and confidence.
Won · Jan 2023Won—Jan 2023Tutor (8 months' service) v Middleton Murray Ltd (in liquidation)
A tribunal dismissed all claims of disability discrimination, harassment, victimisation, and wrongful dismissal brought by a tutor with depression against her employer and individual managers.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Warehouse operative (4.5 years' service) v Asda Stores Limited
A warehouse operative with 4.5 years' service was fairly dismissed after lengthy sickness absence. The tribunal rejected claims of discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Education Safeguarding Officer (1 year 9 months' service) v City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
An Education Safeguarding Officer who resigned and claimed constructive unfair dismissal, race discrimination, and whistleblowing detriment has lost all claims at tribunal. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023In-house Doctor (15 years' service) v Government of the State of Kuwait
An in-house doctor with 15 years' service was subjected to race discrimination and harassment by the Government of the State of Kuwait. The Central London Employment Tribunal awarded him £551,051 in damages for personal injury.
Partial · £551,051 · Jan 2023Partial£551,051Jan 2023Former employee v Rohit Vikal
A former employee's unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claims were dismissed after she failed to attend two hearings, including a telephone hearing where neither party showed up.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 2023Kitchen porter (2 years 10 months' service) v Nemaste Village Limited
A kitchen porter who refused to return to part-time work with furlough top-up during the pandemic was fairly dismissed for some other substantial reason. The tribunal awarded £218.04 in unpaid holiday pay.
Partial · £218 · Jan 2023Partial£218Jan 2023Business Development Director (5 years' service) v Travelliance Inc
A Business Development Director who was summarily dismissed on a Zoom call and told he was a contractor has won nearly £293,000 after a tribunal ruled he was an employee and unfairly dismissed.
Partial · £292,790 · Jan 2023Partial£292,790Jan 2023Bus driver (2 years 5 months' service) v M Limited
A bus driver who performed oral sex on a woman while driving and used his mobile phone was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal also ordered him to pay £7,500 costs for pursuing hopeless discrimination claims.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Services Account Manager (4 years' service) v SAP (UK) Limited
A Services Account Manager with four years' service was constructively and unfairly dismissed after SAP placed her on a performance improvement plan and reallocated her largest accounts without proper process. The tribunal dismissed her discrimination claims.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Beauty therapist (7 years' service) v Brampton Manor Salon & Tea Rooms Ltd
A beauty therapist with seven years' service was dismissed by redundancy while on maternity leave without consultation. The tribunal awarded her a statutory redundancy payment, notice pay, and holiday pay, but found the dismissal fair due to the salon's closure.
Partial · £1,233 · Jan 2023Partial£1,233Jan 2023Contract Manager (ground maintenance, physical role) v Oxfordshire GM Limited
An employment tribunal has dismissed a contract manager's unfair dismissal claim after his employer decided he was no longer capable of performing his physical role due to long-term knee pain.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Nightshift worker at Tesco Extra (4 years' service) v Tesco Stores Ltd
A tribunal dismissed a race discrimination claim by a Tesco nightshift worker after finding that, although the claim was brought out of time, it was not just and equitable to extend time for most allegations. The direct discrimination claim relating to dismissal was allowed to proceed but ultimately not upheld.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Aftercare Manager (4 years' service) v James Taylor Construction Ltd
An Aftercare Manager with 4 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after refusing a suitable alternative role due to childcare commitments. The tribunal rejected claims of age discrimination and protected disclosure detriment.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Operations Manager (3 years' service) v AGTC Ltd
An operations manager who was dismissed for 'redundancy' that was actually a pretext for performance concerns has won his unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal awarded £2,020 in compensation.
Partial · £2,020 · Jan 2023Partial£2,020Jan 2023Former employee (operations/business development administrator, 16 hours/week) v The Vital Element (UK) Limited
A former employee with PTSD was placed at risk of redundancy while on sick leave. The tribunal found it was discrimination arising from disability and awarded £12,183.
Won · £12,183 · Jan 2023Won£12,183Jan 2023Head of Property Management (4 years' service) v Stow Residential Ltd t/a Stow Brothers
A head of property management who refused to create false documents for an insurance claim was unfairly dismissed. The tribunal found the employer manufactured allegations and predetermined the outcome.
Partial · £33,584 · Jan 2023Partial£33,584Jan 2023Teacher (science/maths) v Tameside College
A teacher who was dismissed for long-term sickness absence after 11 months has lost her claims for unfair dismissal, whistleblowing detriment and disability discrimination. The tribunal found the college acted reasonably.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Waitress (5 years' service) v Burger & Lobster Restaurant Group Ltd
A waitress with five years' service who was dismissed after taking unauthorised time off to care for her father following a stroke has lost her unfair dismissal and associative disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found the employer acted within the band of reasonable responses.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Former employee v Tesco Stores Ltd
A former employee's constructive dismissal and race discrimination claims against Tesco survive after the tribunal refused to strike them out for non-compliance with case management orders.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Bus driver (13 years' service) v Metroline Travel Ltd
A bus driver with osteoarthritis was fairly dismissed for capability after 24 weeks' absence, but won £1,017 for unpaid sick pay. The tribunal rejected all discrimination claims.
Partial · £1,017 · Jan 2023Partial£1,017Jan 2023Former employee v Solus (London) Limited
A tribunal found that a former employee of Solus (London) Limited was not disabled under the Equality Act 2010, striking out most of his discrimination claims as out of time. His constructive unfair dismissal claim will proceed.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Sales agent (11 years' service) v Sky Retail Stores Limited
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a sales agent with 11 years' service who wrote a customer's name and email address on an unauthorised document, finding that Sky Retail Stores Limited acted within the band of reasonable responses.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Former employee v Work it Group Ltd
Tribunal rejects disability discrimination claim after finding former employee's stress was a reaction to life events, not a mental impairment with long-term effects.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Care home worker v Burlington Care (Yorkshire) Limited
An employment tribunal struck out unfair dismissal and discrimination claims brought by 127 care home workers against the government and the Care Quality Commission over the mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 2023Tax Manager (6 months' service) v Optivo
A Tax Manager with six months' service who made multiple false allegations of harassment and discrimination was fairly dismissed during probation. The tribunal struck out his unfair dismissal claim and ordered him to pay £10,000 in costs.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Former employee v Ocado Central Service Limited
A tribunal has adjourned a preliminary hearing on time limits for a sexual harassment claim after the claimant's representative said she was too unwell to proceed. The judge found the risk of injustice to the claimant outweighed the delay to Ocado.
Remitted · Jan 2023Remitted—Jan 2023Gardener (part-time, 4.5 years' service) v Care UK Community Partnerships Limited
A part-time gardener with anxiety was unfairly dismissed after refusing to take COVID-19 tests. The tribunal awarded £27,605.13 in damages.
Won · £27,605 · Jan 2023Won£27,605Jan 2023Managing Director of Non-Recourse Lending (5 years' service) v DB Group Services (UK) Limited
A tribunal has dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination by a Managing Director made redundant when her role was eliminated in a cost-saving restructure.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Sales Manager (22 years' service) v Whyte Bikes Limited
A sales manager with 22 years' service was automatically unfairly dismissed after making protected disclosures about Covid-19 travel restrictions. The tribunal found the redundancy was a sham and the real reason was whistleblowing.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Health and beauty manager (5 years' service) v Marston Health & Beauty Limited
A health and beauty manager who was made redundant after returning from maternity leave has lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the redundancy was genuine and the process fair.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 2023Worker (former employee) v GenderGP PTE Ltd
A former worker with fibromyalgia and other disabilities was awarded £84,599 after her employer failed to defend claims of disability discrimination. The tribunal entered default judgment when the company did not respond.
Won · £84,599 · Jan 2023Won£84,599Jan 2023Former employee (less than 2 years' service) v Tesco Stores Limited
A former Tesco employee with less than two years' service has been allowed to pursue a disability discrimination claim even though it was brought six weeks late. The tribunal said it was 'just and equitable' to extend time.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Former employee (disputed status) v Thomas Roofing (NW) Ltd
A former employee who forged a contract of employment and swapped a blank SD card for evidence has had her unfair dismissal claim struck out for abuse of process.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 2023Former employee v Stephen M S Lai & Co Business Consulting Ltd
A former employee was awarded £34,204 after being unfairly dismissed and harassed due to his age. The employer did not attend the hearing or file a response.
Partial · £34,204 · Jan 2023Partial£34,204Jan 2023Factory/supervisor cutter (4 years' service) v Razzle Dazzle Costumes Limited
A factory supervisor with a colostomy who said 'I'm done' and handed in her keys during an anxiety attack was unfairly dismissed when her employer treated it as a resignation without checking. Tribunal awards £7,449.
Partial · £7,449 · Dec 2022Partial£7,449Dec 2022Contracts and Services Manager (12 years' service) v KOA RTM Co Ltd
A Contracts and Services Manager with 12 years' service who resigned after a performance improvement plan and grievance rejection lost his constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Former employee (accountancy business) v Mohammad Afzal Shaheen t/a Global Link Associates
A former accountancy employee was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against due to her pregnancy and maternity leave. The tribunal awarded her £26,599.12 after the employer failed to attend the hearing.
Won · £26,599 · Dec 2022Won£26,599Dec 2022Branch Manager (12 years' service) v Jayar Components Ltd
A branch manager with 12 years' service who was clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after his employer demanded he return to an office he considered unsafe. The tribunal found the disciplinary process was a sham.
Won · Dec 2022Won—Dec 2022Fitness club manager (4 months' service) v Inrenos 2 Ltd
A fitness club manager who swore at his boss during a heated phone call about his resignation was wrongfully dismissed. The tribunal awarded £1,273.52 in damages and repayment of unauthorised deductions.
Won · £1,274 · Dec 2022Won£1,274Dec 2022DWP employee (17 years' service) v Department for Work and Pensions
A DWP employee with ME who worked reduced hours for years was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against. Tribunal awards £47,087.46 and recommends a positive reference.
Won · £47,087 · Dec 2022Won£47,087Dec 2022Driving Examiner (4 years' service) v The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
A driving examiner with four years' service was fairly dismissed after driving recklessly on DVSA property and failing to check a candidate's licence. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Surveyor (1 year 10 months' service) v Peter Cox Ltd
A surveyor who argued he was dismissed for raising health and safety concerns about excessive driving has lost his automatic unfair dismissal claim, but won £1,500 for unpaid notice.
Partial · £1,500 · Dec 2022Partial£1,500Dec 2022Senior Registered Nurse (B6 Team Leader, part-time, 42 years' service) v County Durham And Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Two senior nurses with 42 years' service each won victimisation claims after their NHS trust failed to address grievances about confidentiality breaches and risk assessments. Other claims including age discrimination and constructive dismissal were dismissed.
Partial · Dec 2022Partial—Dec 2022Minister of Word and Sacrament (19 years' service) v The East Midlands Synod of the United Reform Church
A minister with 19 years' service was found not to be an employee for unfair dismissal purposes, but was an employee under the Equality Act, allowing her age discrimination claim to proceed.
Partial · Dec 2022Partial—Dec 2022Machine operator (3 years' service) v Delphi Technologies Ltd
A machine operator who returned late from unpaid leave to visit his ill mother in Mali was fairly dismissed for misconduct. The tribunal also struck out his race discrimination claim for failing to provide a witness statement despite an Unless Order.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Executive and HR Assistant (5 years' service) v Bradford Management Services Ltd
An executive and HR assistant who was demoted and given a verbal warning for theft after returning from maternity leave won her constructive unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination claims. The Leeds tribunal awarded £32,028.
Partial · £32,028 · Dec 2022Partial£32,028Dec 2022Residential Support Worker (3 years' service) v Hertfordshire County Council
A residential support worker was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after attending work while possibly having COVID-19 symptoms. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022HR Manager (8 years' service) v North Northamptonshire Council
An HR Manager with 8 years' service was summarily dismissed for breaching confidentiality. The tribunal found the council's investigation and disciplinary process were fair and the dismissal was within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Nurse (Band 5 Staff Nurse, 15 years' service) v Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust
A Band 5 staff nurse with 15 years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after allegedly sleeping on duty. The tribunal found the dismissal fair for unfair dismissal purposes but ruled the trust failed to prove gross misconduct, awarding £7,045.65 in notice pay.
Partial · £7,046 · Dec 2022Partial£7,046Dec 2022Postman (15 years' service) v Royal Mail Group Limited
A postman with 15 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after refusing to work, posting abusive comments about colleagues on Facebook, and behaving aggressively. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and whistleblowing detriment.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Former employee (17 months' service) v Scammell Groundworks Ltd (Liquidation)
A former employee with 17 months' service won nearly £20,000 after being unfairly dismissed and discriminated against due to pregnancy. The employer failed to follow any statutory procedure.
Won · £19,913 · Dec 2022Won£19,913Dec 2022Assistive technology support role (21 years' service) v Thirteen Housing Group Ltd
A tribunal dismissed all claims brought by an assistive technology support worker with 21 years' service against Thirteen Housing Group Ltd, including allegations of direct age discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Channel Account Director (2 years' service) v Tango Networks UK Ltd
A tribunal found that a Channel Account Director with two years' service was constructively unfairly dismissed and subjected to age discrimination after his manager planned to dismiss him before he accrued full employment rights.
Partial · £71,441 · Dec 2022Partial£71,441Dec 2022Former employee (long service, dismissed for gross misconduct) v Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd
A tribunal struck out claims of unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, and detriment for protected disclosures after the claimant failed to pay a £300 deposit order. The unlawful deductions claim was also struck out as having no reasonable prospect of success.
Dismissed · Dec 2022Dismissed—Dec 2022Warehouse operative (8 years' service) v Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited
A warehouse operative with 8 years' service was unfairly dismissed, victimised, and discriminated against after reporting safety issues and then being absent due to work-related stress. The tribunal awarded over £16,000 in compensation.
Partial · £16,295 · Dec 2022Partial£16,295Dec 2022NHS employee (10 years' service) v Barts Health NHS Trust
An NHS trust fairly dismissed a theatre nurse with 10 years' service after she was absent for over two years due to stress. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably in concluding she would not return to her role.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Area Service Manager (3 years' service) v Acis Group Limited
An Area Service Manager was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after driving his personal vehicle for business without a valid MOT certificate for nearly a year. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Beauty course teacher (3 months' service) v The Vogue Clinic Limited
A teacher who resigned after just three months' service failed to prove she was dismissed. The tribunal found she quit voluntarily, and her disability discrimination claims did not succeed.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Administration officer (16 years' service) v The Home Office
An administration officer with 16 years' service was unfairly dismissed by the Home Office after developing Charcot foot from a workplace trip. The tribunal found the department ignored its own code on injuries caused by Crown negligence.
Partial · Dec 2022Partial—Dec 2022Linen porter (8 years' service) v Elis UK Limited
An employment tribunal has held that Elis UK Limited fairly dismissed a linen porter with 8 years' service who had been absent for 14 months due to back pain, finding the employer acted within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Senior Operations Manager (4 years' service) v Telecom Service Centres Limited t/a Webhelp UK
A Senior Operations Manager's unfair dismissal claim survived a time limit challenge after the tribunal ruled the effective date of termination was the one stated in the dismissal letter, not an earlier date claimed by the employer.
Won · Dec 2022Won—Dec 2022Registered Manager of a care company (15 months' service) v Happy Care Limited
A care company's registered manager was automatically unfairly dismissed after making protected disclosures to the CQC and police. The tribunal found the employer fabricated a homophobia allegation and sexually harassed her. She was awarded £73,474.
Won · £73,475 · Dec 2022Won£73,475Dec 2022Former employee v Richmond Harbour Hotel Management Limited T/A Richmond Harbour Hotel
A former employee who was immunocompromised after a partial splenectomy has been found to be disabled under the Equality Act 2010. The tribunal ruled that her condition had a substantial and long-term adverse effect on day-to-day activities.
Won · Dec 2022Won—Dec 2022HGV driver (12 years' service) v Kier Integrated Services Ltd
An HGV driver with 12 years' service was reinstated after a successful appeal against dismissal for gross misconduct. The tribunal allowed his victimisation claims to proceed but dismissed direct race discrimination claims as out of time.
Partial · Dec 2022Partial—Dec 2022Security officer v Amberstone Security Limited
A security officer was unfairly dismissed by Amberstone Security Limited in a flawed redundancy process, but his age discrimination claim was rejected. He was awarded £5,807.14, but also ordered to pay £1,796.26 in costs.
Partial · £5,807 · Dec 2022Partial£5,807Dec 2022Carer/Support Worker (2 years' service) v Golden Hands Home Care Limited
A care worker who was suspended without pay for over two months and accused of acting because a manager was Filipina has won her claims for constructive unfair dismissal, racial harassment, and unlawful deduction of wages.
Won · Dec 2022Won—Dec 2022Train manager (32 years' service) v London Underground Limited
A train manager with 32 years' service was unfairly dismissed for posting racially divisive social media messages about George Floyd, but the tribunal found she would have been dismissed anyway and cut her award by 75% for her own conduct.
Partial · £7,285 · Dec 2022Partial£7,285Dec 2022Former employee (driver) v 247 West London Ltd
A former driver for 247 West London Ltd who endured homophobic harassment and an overdose was constructively dismissed. The tribunal awarded £31,517, including £12,000 for injury to feelings.
Won · £31,517 · Dec 2022Won£31,517Dec 2022Team leader (6 years' service) v Stateside Foods Limited
A team leader with 6 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a flawed investigation into a safety breach. The tribunal found the employer's process was inadequate and reduced compensation by 20% for the chance she would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · £5,643 · Dec 2022Partial£5,643Dec 2022Electrical Operations Manager / Projects Manager (4 years' service) v Sodexo Limited
An electrical operations manager dismissed after systemic failings in hospital emergency lighting lost his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found Sodexo acted reasonably.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Fabrication Welder (8 years' service) v Sterling Thermal Technology Limited
A fabrication welder with 8 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after being scored lowest in his pool, despite having undisclosed disabilities and being on furlough. The tribunal upheld the employer's process.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Security Officer (7 months' service) v Mitie Security (First) Ltd
A security officer with only seven months' service was fairly dismissed for aggressive behaviour and misuse of the grievance policy after repeatedly challenging his employer's face mask rules during the pandemic. The tribunal rejected all claims of automatic unfair dismissal and discrimination.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Senior Control Systems Engineer (20+ years' service) v Sellafield Ltd
A Senior Control Systems Engineer with over 20 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after leaving an unencrypted USB stick containing official sensitive data in a car park. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Former employee (admin/office role) v Garden County Vending Ltd
A former employee won £24,250 after the tribunal found she was victimised and sexually harassed following protected disclosures about hygiene issues, though her constructive unfair dismissal claim failed.
Partial · £24,250 · Dec 2022Partial£24,250Dec 2022Former employee v London Borough of Bexley
A tribunal has allowed a former employee to amend her claim to include indirect sex discrimination after her employer refused her request for flexible hours during school closures.
Won · Dec 2022Won—Dec 2022Product Coach (7+ years' service) v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd
A Jaguar Land Rover product coach who was reinstated after a conduct dismissal but then resigned and sued for constructive dismissal and race discrimination has lost his claim. The tribunal found his allegations lacked credibility and criticised his late disclosure of covert recordings.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Customer Assistant (night shift) v Tesco Stores Ltd
A Tesco night-shift customer assistant who was dismissed for gross misconduct has won his wrongful dismissal claim after the tribunal found he was entitled to notice pay. He was awarded £400.
Partial · £400 · Dec 2022Partial£400Dec 2022Head of Clinical Governance v Mitie Care and Custody Limited
A tribunal found that a head of clinical governance was disabled due to depression and anxiety, but refused her application to add race, religion and sex discrimination claims as out of time.
Partial · Dec 2022Partial—Dec 2022Sales manager (former employee) v Chase Buchanan Ltd
A former sales manager has been allowed to amend her claim to include indirect sex discrimination, arguing that her employer's practice of dismissing the more junior employee in a relationship breakdown disproportionately affects women.
Partial · Dec 2022Partial—Dec 2022Compliance administrator (10 weeks' service) v Nav Van Hire Limited
A compliance administrator was dismissed during her pregnancy without any disciplinary process. The tribunal awarded £12,347 for automatic unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination.
Won · £12,347 · Dec 2022Won£12,347Dec 2022Agency teacher v CORE Education Trust
An agency teacher who claimed sex and race discrimination after a parental allegation about his conduct during a PE lesson has had all his claims rejected by the Birmingham Employment Tribunal.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Cleaner (14 years' service) v Pektron Group Limited
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a cleaner with 14 years' service who could not cope with reduced duties due to osteoarthritis. The employer was found to have acted reasonably in dismissing for capability after a phased return failed.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Nursery practitioner (3 years' service) v The Honey Pots Day Nursery Ltd
A nursery practitioner who resigned after her employer mishandled a grievance about offensive Facebook posts has won a constructive unfair dismissal claim, but her harassment claim was dismissed. She was awarded £1,761.85.
Partial · £1,762 · Dec 2022Partial£1,762Dec 2022Prison officer (2 years 10 months' service) v Ministry of Justice
A prison officer who systematically inflated mileage claims and claimed travel time as expenses to avoid tax was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal also ordered him to repay £863.25.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Former employee v Openreach Limited
A former Openreach employee won his unfair dismissal claim but saw his compensation cut by 30% because his own conduct contributed to his sacking. The tribunal awarded £42,845.56.
Partial · £42,846 · Dec 2022Partial£42,846Dec 2022Unit Manager (CQC Registered Manager, 12 years in health and social care) v HC-One Limited
A care home unit manager was unfairly dismissed for whistleblowing after raising concerns about unsafe removal of bed rails. He was also racially harassed by a nurse. The tribunal awarded £45,837.90.
Partial · £45,838 · Dec 2022Partial£45,838Dec 2022Governance Manager v My Space Housing Solutions
A Governance Manager who brought multiple claims of discrimination, victimisation and unfair dismissal after being made redundant has lost her case. The tribunal ordered her to pay £20,000 in costs.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Compliance Manager (4 years' service) v High Speed Two Limited (HS2)
A Compliance Manager was constructively dismissed after HS2 took over a year to resolve her grievance, despite occupational health warnings. The tribunal awarded £7,647.92.
Partial · £7,648 · Dec 2022Partial£7,648Dec 2022Communications officer (emergency 999/101 calls) v Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis
A communications officer who had 17 separate absences over two years was fairly dismissed for capability. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Former employee v Simon Cooper and Co Ltd
A former employee was dismissed less than 24 hours after sending a protected disclosure email. The tribunal found the dismissal was automatically unfair and awarded £13,426 including £8,000 for injury to feelings.
Won · £13,426 · Dec 2022Won£13,426Dec 2022Professional Carer (4 years' service) v The Good Care Group London Limited
A professional carer who was initially dismissed for gross misconduct, then reinstated with a final warning, resigned and claimed constructive dismissal. The tribunal ruled the employer had reasonable cause for its actions and the claim was dismissed.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Former employee (warehouse operative) v Tesco Stores Limited
A former Tesco warehouse operative who was dismissed for making a racist remark and sending threatening messages has lost his claims for unfair dismissal, race discrimination, victimisation, whistleblowing detriment, and holiday pay.
Lost · Dec 2022Lost—Dec 2022Former employee v London Underground Limited
A former London Underground employee who was dismissed for having a second full-time job without consent had all his claims struck out. The tribunal found his unfair dismissal claim could not proceed due to lack of service, and his discrimination claim was brought too late.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Headteacher (18 years' service) v Urbis Academy Trust
A headteacher who accepted vouchers without declaring them and breached suspension terms was fairly dismissed. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Client relationship manager (3 months' service) v Affinity Finance Ltd (in administration)
A client relationship manager was automatically unfairly dismissed after telling her employer she was pregnant, just weeks into her probation. The tribunal awarded over £28,500 for pregnancy and race discrimination.
Partial · £28,508 · Nov 2022Partial£28,508Nov 2022Expert consultant (28 years' service) v Estee Lauder Cosmetics Ltd
An expert consultant with 28 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after her one-day-a-week role was eliminated due to COVID-19. The tribunal rejected claims of age and sex discrimination.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Band 4 Caterer (14 years' service) v Secretary of State for Justice
A Band 4 caterer with 14 years' service was fairly dismissed for pinching a colleague's bottom. The tribunal rejected his claim that his Asperger's syndrome caused the behaviour.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022PO3 Examiner (1 year 8 months' service) v The Home Office
An employment tribunal has held that the Home Office fairly dismissed a PO3 examiner who sent unsolicited sexual messages to female colleagues and made inappropriate comments about a colleague's teenage daughter.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Business Development Manager (8 years' service) v FMG Repair Services Ltd
Three of seven employees found to have transferred under TUPE when part of their employer's business was sold out of administration. The tribunal examined assignment of roaming, multi-site workers.
Partial · Nov 2022Partial—Nov 2022Key worker (2 years' service) v Phase II Care Limited
A care worker with two years' service was unfairly dismissed after a misconduct investigation and disciplinary hearing were both conducted by the same biased manager. The tribunal awarded £11,538.75 in compensation.
Partial · £11,539 · Nov 2022Partial£11,539Nov 2022Events Manager (1 year 5 months' service) v Jack Petchey Foundation Limited
A tribunal ruled that an events manager with a serious leg injury was disabled under the Equality Act, and that her employer knew about it from February 2020.
Won · Nov 2022Won—Nov 2022Care assistant (4 years' service) v Hampshire County Council
A care assistant with a heart condition and asthma lost her claim that Hampshire County Council discriminated against her when dismissing her for sickness absence. The tribunal found the council's capability process was not because of her disability.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Driving Training Instructor (11 years' service) v Northumberland County Council
A driving training instructor with 11 years' service was fairly dismissed after his Group 2 licence was permanently revoked due to a heart condition. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022GP (16 years' service) v Harrogate & District NHS Foundation Trust
A GP who was invited to a final sickness review meeting after shielding during the pandemic has won her claim of disability discrimination and harassment. The tribunal found the invitation was discriminatory, but dismissed her constructive dismissal claim.
Partial · Nov 2022Partial—Nov 2022Former employee (18 days' service) v Countryside Properties PLC
A former employee who worked for only 18 days had her discrimination and whistleblowing claim struck out after failing to attend hearings or comply with tribunal orders. Her application for reconsideration was refused.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Groom (3 years' service) v The Durdans Stables Ltd
A groom who was offered different working days after maternity leave, which she could not do due to childcare, was constructively dismissed and awarded £16,839 including £12,000 for injury to feelings.
Won · £16,839 · Nov 2022Won£16,839Nov 2022Security Valet Officer (9 months' service) v Ballymore (Millharbour) Ltd
A security valet officer with nine months' service lost his claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination, harassment, victimisation, and whistleblowing detriment after a tribunal found the employer's conduct concerns were genuine.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Accountant (1 year's service) v HGA Accountants and Financial Consultants Ltd
An accountant who worked for just over a year lost his disability discrimination claim after the tribunal found he did not have a disability under the Equality Act. He was awarded £22.43 for an unauthorised wage deduction.
Partial · £22 · Nov 2022Partial£22Nov 2022Former employee v McMillan Williams Solicitors Limited (In administration)
A former employee of McMillan Williams Solicitors won £13,649 after the tribunal found she was constructively unfairly dismissed. The firm did not attend the hearing.
Won · £13,649 · Nov 2022Won£13,649Nov 2022Sales manager (15 years' service) v Grange Motors (Brentwood) Limited
A sales manager with 15 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross negligence after failing to escalate a pricing error on two Land Rovers. The tribunal rejected his claims for unfair dismissal and unpaid wages.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee v Unite Telecoms Limited
A former employee won £29,477 in disability discrimination and holiday pay after Unite Telecoms Limited failed to comply with tribunal orders and had its response struck out.
Won · £29,478 · Nov 2022Won£29,478Nov 2022Teaching fellow in Arabic (15 years' service) v University College London
A tribunal has ruled that University College London fairly dismissed a teaching fellow with 15 years' service after a series of grievances and tribunal claims led to an irreparable breakdown in working relationships. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee (maternity leave) v Jon Janvier and Energy Saving Installers Ltd (in creditors voluntary liquidation)
A tribunal found that a former employee was automatically unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after being told she was dismissed because she took maternity leave. She was awarded £19,728.16.
Partial · £19,728 · Nov 2022Partial£19,728Nov 2022Former employee (housing officer) v Thurrock Council
A housing officer who claimed disability discrimination after being dismissed while signed off with stress and anxiety has lost her case. The tribunal found her reactions were normal responses to adverse life events, not a mental impairment.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Former employee v ASE plc
A tribunal has refused to reconsider its decision not to award costs against a former employee who withdrew an amendment application, ruling that emails from March 2022 were not new evidence and would not have changed the outcome.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Teaching Assistant (6 years' service) v The Governing Body of Windsor Clive Primary School
A teaching assistant with 6 years' service was unfairly dismissed on capability grounds, but her harassment claim succeeded after an administrative error triggered a flawed Stage 2 sickness procedure.
Partial · Nov 2022Partial—Nov 2022Boutique Coffee Specialist (9 years' service) v Nestle UK Limited
A tribunal has ruled that a coffee specialist's type 2 diabetes and plantar fasciitis were not disabilities under the Equality Act, dismissing his discrimination claim at a preliminary stage.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Care home workers (various roles) v Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Five care home workers claimed unfair dismissal and discrimination after being sacked for refusing the Covid-19 vaccine. The tribunal upheld the dismissals as fair for 'some other substantial reason' and rejected all discrimination claims.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Work placement officer (7 months' service) v Middlesex University
A work placement officer with 7 months' service lost her claims of discrimination, harassment, and unfair dismissal after her fixed-term contract expired. The tribunal found no evidence of unlawful treatment.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Area Contract Manager (2 years' service) v Andron Contract Services Ltd
An area contract manager who returned to work after a heart attack was constructively dismissed after her employer ignored a 4-hour driving limit and left her 'at risk' for months. The tribunal awarded over £101,000.
Partial · £101,029 · Nov 2022Partial£101,029Nov 2022Prison Officer (2 years 9 months' service) v Secretary of State for Justice
A prison officer who resigned after a locker break-in and a refused job endorsement failed to prove constructive dismissal or discrimination. The tribunal found no protected disclosure and no dismissal.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee v Genting International Limited
A former employee who tried to add a race discrimination claim nearly two years after presenting her original claim had her application refused. The tribunal also struck out her unfair dismissal claim because she was still employed.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Rehabilitation support worker (6 years' service) v The Disabilities Trust
A rehabilitation support worker with a live final written warning was fairly dismissed after leaving her CCTV post to answer buzzers, allowing a vulnerable service user to abscond. The tribunal dismissed her claims for unfair dismissal and race discrimination.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Driving Examiner (2 years 6 months' service) v Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
A driving examiner who resigned after raising a collective grievance against a temporary manager has lost his constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Electrician (5 years' service at Broadgate Campus) v ABM Technical Solutions Limited
An electrician who switched on a water-damaged electrical board, creating a serious safety risk, was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal also rejected his claim that the dismissal was due to his trade union membership.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Healthcare worker v Fenwick Healthcare Staffing Limited
A healthcare worker was dismissed days after telling her employer she was pregnant. The tribunal awarded £26,898 for unfair dismissal, pregnancy discrimination, harassment, and victimisation.
Partial · £26,898 · Nov 2022Partial£26,898Nov 2022Solution Architect (IT role, 13 months' service) v Corporate Office of the House of Lords and Corporate Office of the House of Commons (Operating as the Parliamentary Digital Service)
A Solution Architect who alleged race discrimination and harassment during his probation was dismissed from his job. The tribunal found nearly all claims were brought too late, and the rest failed on the facts.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Production Team Manager (5 years' service) v Edible Oils Ltd
A production manager who was called a 'gangster' by a colleague in a canteen row had his racial harassment claim upheld, but his unfair dismissal claim failed because a later investigation was thorough.
Partial · Nov 2022Partial—Nov 2022Lecturer and programme coordinator (10 months' service) v London School of Science and Technology Ltd
A tribunal dismissed claims of race discrimination and automatically unfair dismissal by a lecturer with 10 months' service, finding the real reason was poor performance.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022IT employee (long-Covid) v CGI IT UK LTD
An employment tribunal found that long-Covid can amount to a disability under the Equality Act, but dismissed all claims from an IT employee who argued he was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against by CGI IT UK Ltd.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Mechanical Design Engineer (3 years' service) v Designer M&E Services UK Limited
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a Mechanical Design Engineer made redundant during the pandemic, finding the employer's consultation process and consideration of alternatives were reasonable.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Bus driver (14 years' service) v Metroline Travel Ltd
A bus driver with 14 years' service was fairly dismissed for capability after he refused to attend occupational health appointments or engage with his employer. The tribunal also found no disability discrimination.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employees v NV Projects Ltd
A Leeds tribunal ordered NV Projects Ltd to pay a group of former employees for unauthorised deductions from wages, holiday pay, and failure to provide written statements. One employee also won a breach of contract claim for notice pay.
Partial · Nov 2022Partial—Nov 2022Nursing Assistant (2 years' service) v Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
A Nursing Assistant who resigned after a lengthy grievance process failed to prove race discrimination or constructive dismissal. The tribunal found the Trust's actions, while flawed, were not discriminatory.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Office administrator v Emax Trading Limited
A tribunal awarded over £10,000 to two office administrators after finding that one was discriminated against due to pregnancy and the other unfairly dismissed. The employer failed to conduct a pregnancy risk assessment and did not provide written employment particulars.
Partial · £10,114 · Nov 2022Partial£10,114Nov 2022Former employee v Fyre Group Limited
A former employee won over £41,000 for pregnancy discrimination after her employer failed to respond to the tribunal claim. The award includes loss of earnings, injury to feelings, and an ACAS uplift.
Won · £41,426 · Nov 2022Won£41,426Nov 2022Experienced machinist v Concept Recruitment Group Ltd
An experienced machinist from the Czech Republic claimed race discrimination after a dispute with Polish neighbours at work led to him being barred from the client site. The tribunal dismissed his claim, finding no evidence of race-based treatment.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Accountant (15 years' service) v Equinor UK Ltd
An accountant with 15 years' service was fairly dismissed for incapability after 15 months' sick leave. The tribunal rejected her claims of disability discrimination, victimisation, and whistleblowing.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Senior Mental Health Practitioner (13 years' service) v Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
A senior mental health practitioner with 13 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against by an NHS trust. The tribunal awarded £199,149.09, finding the trust failed to make reasonable adjustments and relied on a flawed capability process.
Won · £199,149 · Nov 2022Won£199,149Nov 2022Former employee v St Cuthbert's House Limited
A former employee who took bereavement leave was awarded £540 in unpaid holiday pay and £1,560 for a wage deduction after her final pay slip wrongly deducted an overpayment she had already repaid.
Partial · £2,100 · Nov 2022Partial£2,100Nov 2022Concierge Officer (probationary employee) v London Borough of Hounslow
An employment tribunal has ruled that a concierge officer was fairly dismissed during her probation period due to genuine performance concerns, not because she raised safety issues with councillors.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022IT consultant (3 years' service) v Primary Technologies (S.E.) Limited
An IT consultant who took unpaid leave after her furlough request was refused, then failed to return to work, was fairly dismissed for misconduct. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee v Deloitte LLP
A former employee's constructive unfair dismissal claim against Deloitte LLP was struck out because he had less than two years' service. His attempt to argue automatic unfair dismissal under health and safety grounds came too late.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Dental nurse (GDC accredited) v Mr J O’Dea t/a St Clement Dental Care
A dental nurse who suffered a brain haemorrhage after childbirth was unfairly dismissed by her employer, who failed to consult her or obtain an up-to-date medical report. The tribunal awarded her £38,191 in compensation.
Partial · £38,191 · Nov 2022Partial£38,191Nov 2022HGV driver (12 years' service) v MAM Transport Services Limited
A tribunal found that an HGV driver with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his employer lost trust in him over a back injury suffered in Poland. He was awarded £13,335.
Partial · £13,335 · Nov 2022Partial£13,335Nov 2022Managing Director (25 years' service) v Eville & Jones (GB) Ltd
A managing director with 25 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct, including a sham payment, despite his bipolar disorder. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022NHS employee v Guys and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
An NHS employee was unfairly dismissed but had her compensation cut by 50% for contributory conduct. Her race discrimination claims were dismissed.
Partial · £32,057 · Nov 2022Partial£32,057Nov 2022Medical secretary (NHS) v York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal dismissed disability discrimination claims brought by an NHS medical secretary with hearing loss, finding most allegations were presented too late and the remaining complaints failed on the facts.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Process, tooling and maintenance supervisor (6 years' service) v Goodfish Limited
A process supervisor with six years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against when Goodfish Limited selected him for redundancy while hiding a vacant maintenance manager role. The tribunal awarded £62,438.
Partial · £62,438 · Nov 2022Partial£62,438Nov 2022Security guard (placed by recruitment agency) v CDX Security Ltd
A security guard who alleged race and sex discrimination by a senior officer had her entire claim dismissed after repeatedly failing to provide a list of documents as ordered by the tribunal.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Lead (2 years' service) v Harrods Ltd
A tribunal rejected a constructive dismissal and disability discrimination claim by a Harrods SEO Lead, finding he was not disabled and that the employer's performance management was not a breach of contract.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee v London Fire Commissioner
A tribunal has ruled that a former employee with Persistent Paranoid Delusional Disorder lacks the mental capacity to participate in his own disability discrimination case, ordering that he must have a litigation friend or legal representation.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Customer Services Officer (5 years' service) v Luton Irish Forum (Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity)
A Customer Services Officer with 5 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after her employer's room hire revenue plummeted during the pandemic. The tribunal rejected claims of disability discrimination and failure to make reasonable adjustments.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Office manager (25 months' service) v AGK Partnership Ltd
An office manager who resigned after discovering a colleague was paid £10,000 more lost her constructive dismissal and sex discrimination claims. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee (Help Desk Operator, 7 years' service) v Harrods Ltd
A tribunal struck out a former Harrods employee's religion or belief discrimination claim as out of time, but allowed his constructive unfair dismissal claim to proceed to a final hearing.
Partial · Nov 2022Partial—Nov 2022Quality and compliance manager (23 years' service) v The Best Connection Group Ltd
A quality and compliance manager with 23 years' service lost his unfair dismissal claim after being made redundant in a pool of one during the pandemic. The tribunal found the process was fair.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Pot department packer (11 years' service) v Aeroplas (UK) Ltd
A pot department packer with 11 years' service was dismissed after a seizure at work without a formal meeting. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair and discriminatory, awarding over £15,000 in compensation.
Won · £15,270 · Nov 2022Won£15,270Nov 2022Former employee v Small and Beautiful Limited
A former employee who was dismissed shortly after raising concerns about not being paid the national minimum wage has won over £17,000 in compensation for automatic unfair dismissal, race discrimination, and unlawful deductions.
Won · £17,022 · Nov 2022Won£17,022Nov 2022Service Manager, NHS (5 months' service) v Medway NHS Foundation Trust
A service manager who resigned after an informal job offer was withdrawn has won her constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found the NHS trust's handling of the situation breached the implied term of trust and confidence.
Partial · Nov 2022Partial—Nov 2022Shop assistant (16 years' service) v S2S Solutions Ltd
A shop assistant with 16 years' service was constructively dismissed after her employer implied it would withdraw adjustments for her arthritis. The tribunal awarded £7,889.22 for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Partial · £7,889 · Nov 2022Partial£7,889Nov 2022Patient Access Co-ordinator (3 years' service) v Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
A Patient Access Co-ordinator who resigned claiming bullying and victimisation has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no repudiatory breach of trust and confidence.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Installation Engineer (2 years' service) v Lasyl Audio and Visual Ltd
An installation engineer who refused to attend work over Covid-19 safety fears was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal also rejected his disability discrimination claim as out of time.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Customer Sales Assistant (4 years' service) v The Co-operative Group
A customer sales assistant who resigned claiming bullying and race discrimination lost his constructive dismissal claim after tribunal found CCTV evidence contradicted his account. All claims were dismissed as unfounded and partly out of time.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Production Operator (Flexible) (3 years' service) v Northumbrian Water Limited
A production operator with bipolar disorder resigned claiming constructive dismissal and disability discrimination. The tribunal rejected all claims, finding the employer acted reasonably throughout.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee v Mr Chris Dawson
A former employee's claim against Mr Chris Dawson was rejected because the early conciliation certificate named a different company. The tribunal accepted the claim against the correct employer but refused to add the individual.
Dismissed · Nov 2022Dismissed—Nov 2022Administration Assistant (14 years' service) v Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
An administration assistant with 14 years' service who resigned claiming constructive dismissal and disability discrimination over sleep apnoea and other conditions had all her claims rejected by the tribunal.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employee v Morrison Data Services Limited
A former employee with a final written warning was unfairly dismissed after a misconduct incident. The tribunal found the employer failed to follow a fair process and awarded £4,081.99.
Partial · £4,082 · Nov 2022Partial£4,082Nov 2022Lecturer (teaching focused, 13 years' service) v Royal Holloway and New Bedford College
A lecturer with 13 years' service who resigned after a capability process and denied promotions failed to prove constructive dismissal or race discrimination. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably.
Lost · Nov 2022Lost—Nov 2022Former employees v C and others
Two employees who resigned after suffering sexual harassment, age harassment and victimisation have been awarded a total of £119,275.86 by the Nottingham Employment Tribunal.
Won · £119,276 · Nov 2022Won£119,276Nov 2022Store manager (15 years' service) v Superdrug Stores plc
A store manager with 15 years' service was dismissed for inability to sustain reliable attendance due to depression. The tribunal found the dismissal fair and not discriminatory, despite his disability.
Lost · £375 · Nov 2022Lost£375Nov 2022Former employee v LFH (Fowey Hall) Ltd.
A former employee of LFH (Fowey Hall) Ltd. was constructively unfairly dismissed and had wages unlawfully deducted. The tribunal awarded £3,044.18, reduced by 40% for contributory fault.
Partial · £3,044 · Oct 2022Partial£3,044Oct 2022Mental Health Care Assistant (nearly 4 years' service) v Healthcare and Transport Services
An employment tribunal entered default judgment against Healthcare and Transport Services after it failed to submit a response to an unfair dismissal claim within the time limit, and refused the employer's late application for an extension.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Former employee v Riatex Ltd
A former employee with PTSD was awarded over £22,700 after her employer discriminated against her because of her disability and then failed to defend the claim.
Partial · £22,749 · Oct 2022Partial£22,749Oct 2022Nursing Assistant (5 years' service) v University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A nursing assistant who resigned after an eight-month suspension and a pay error lost her constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Customer Insight Analyst (2 years' service) v Vistajet International Ltd
A tribunal dismissed race discrimination and harassment claims from a Customer Insight Analyst who was called 'gypsy' by a colleague in private WhatsApp messages, finding the remarks were made in a friendly context and the claims were out of time.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Cleaner (2 years' service) v CAD Services Ltd t/a Facilities by ADF
A cleaner with two years' service who was dismissed for poor performance and attendance lost her claims of unfair dismissal, whistleblowing, disability and sex discrimination. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Support Worker (3 years' service) v Protea Care Homes Kent Limited
A support worker was unfairly dismissed after a disciplinary hearing described as an 'ambush' with vague allegations. The tribunal awarded £9,111.12 in compensation.
Partial · £9,111 · Oct 2022Partial£9,111Oct 2022Former employee v Alnmaritec Limited (In Creditors Voluntary Liquidation)
A former employee won over £37,000 after her employer failed to defend her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. The remedy was decided on the papers.
Won · £37,065 · Oct 2022Won£37,065Oct 2022Track and trace call centre operative v Serco Group Plc
An employment tribunal dismissed a track and trace call centre operative's claim for interim relief after finding she had no good chance of proving she was an employee or made protected disclosures. The case was later struck out when she failed to attend the final hearing.
Dismissed · Oct 2022Dismissed—Oct 2022Curriculum Leader and Lead Internal Verifier (6 years' service) v Capital City College Group
A curriculum leader was unfairly dismissed after submitting predicted grades as final grades without internal verification, but the tribunal found she would have been dismissed anyway and awarded no compensation.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Sales Executive – New Cars (8 months' service) v Mercedes Benz Retail Group Ltd
A sales executive dismissed during probation for poor performance had his unfair dismissal and race discrimination claims thrown out because he lacked two years' service and filed his claim 17 days late.
Dismissed · Oct 2022Dismissed—Oct 2022Computer Officer (16 years' service) v Medical Research Council
A Computer Officer with 16 years' service was dismissed after his working relationships broke down. The tribunal found the dismissal was for a substantial reason and not victimisation for bringing previous claims.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Sales advisor (3 years' service) v Sky Retail Stores Limited
A sales advisor was unfairly dismissed by Sky Retail Stores Limited for a data protection breach after an 11-month investigation and disciplinary process. The tribunal awarded £807, reduced by 50% for contributory conduct.
Won · £807 · Oct 2022Won£807Oct 2022Operations Manager (6 years' service) v Onriver (UK) Ltd
An operations manager who was not paid his December 2020 salary or holiday pay for April and May 2021 has been awarded £2,880.78 by an employment tribunal.
Partial · £2,881 · Oct 2022Partial£2,881Oct 2022Food and Beverage Assistant (5 years' service) v Hilton UK Hotels Limited
A Food and Beverage Assistant who fractured his hip at work and was later made redundant during the pandemic has lost his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found the redundancy process was fair and that his disability was not the reason for his selection.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Sales advisor v Sky Retail Stores Limited
A sales advisor who resigned after his grievance appeal was dismissed lost his constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer's conduct did not breach the implied term of trust and confidence.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Supermarket employee v Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited
A supermarket employee was constructively dismissed and discriminated against after being consulted about a restructure while on maternity leave and then redeployed to a role that disadvantaged women. The tribunal awarded over £60,000.
Won · £60,442 · Oct 2022Won£60,442Oct 2022Band 6 midwife (9 years' service) v Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
A band 6 midwife with nine years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after an alleged physical assault on a colleague. The tribunal found the dismissal fair and rejected claims of race discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Pizza maker (former employee) v Dijla Limited
A Cardiff tribunal ruled that a pizza maker's continuous employment began on 14 February 2020, not earlier as claimed, leaving his unfair dismissal claim dependent on a later hearing about his summary dismissal.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Team leader (front of house) at a pub (4 years' service) v G K Retail Services Ltd
A tribunal found that a pub company failed to make reasonable adjustments for a team leader with anxiety and depression, awarding her £15,025 in compensation.
Partial · £15,025 · Oct 2022Partial£15,025Oct 2022Detention Custody Officer (11 years' service) v Mitie Care and Custody Limited
An Employment Tribunal has ruled that Mitie Care and Custody Limited fairly dismissed a Detention Custody Officer with 11 years' service who failed to carry out three hourly patrols and the morning roll count. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Research Fellow (3 years 10 months' service) v University of Warwick
A Research Fellow at the University of Warwick was unfairly dismissed when the university failed to follow its own fixed-term contract policy and did not carry out a proper redundancy consultation before her contract ended. The tribunal awarded £833.04 in compensation.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Mobile Electrical Craftsperson (7 months' service) v Bouygues E & S Solutions Ltd
A mobile electrical craftsperson with seven months' service lost his race discrimination claim after the tribunal found his evidence lacked credibility and he failed to raise the most serious allegations at the time.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Operational Postal Grade (21 years' service) v Royal Mail Group Ltd
An employment tribunal has dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination brought by a postal worker with 21 years' service who was sacked for shouting and swearing at managers.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Administrative officer (18 years' service) v Department for Work and Pensions
An administrative officer with 18 years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after searching her own and her neighbour's addresses on a DWP database. The tribunal upheld the dismissal and found her menopausal symptoms did not amount to a disability.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Security officer (11 years' service) v Securitas Security Services (UK) Limited
A security officer with 11 years' service was fairly dismissed after three years on sick leave when he declined an alternative role. The tribunal also dismissed his disability discrimination claims, partly because they were brought too late.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Sales and Service Representative / Automotive Waste Representative (5 years' service) v Safety-Kleen U.K. Ltd
A sales representative who resigned after his employer failed to progress his grievance for over two months has been awarded £7,802 for constructive unfair dismissal. The tribunal rejected his race discrimination claim.
Partial · £7,802 · Oct 2022Partial£7,802Oct 2022Security officer (4 years 7 months' service) v Atalian Servest Security Ltd
A security officer with nearly five years' service was unfairly dismissed after leaving his post for a break and prayers. The tribunal found the employer's investigation was inadequate, failing to obtain CCTV or witness statements.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Former employee v GXO Logistics UK Limited (formerly XPO Supply Chain Services UK Ltd)
An employment tribunal has struck out a former employee's unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and whistleblowing claims as vexatious and having no reasonable prospects of success, after she had already lost a substantially similar claim against the same employer.
Dismissed · Oct 2022Dismissed—Oct 2022Delivery driver (7 months' service) v Operators R US Ltd
A delivery driver who had £780 deducted from his wages after three vehicle accidents failed to prove the deduction was unauthorised or that he was treated less favourably because of his race.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Senior sales person (9 years' service) v The Flannels Group Limited
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a senior salesperson with 9 years' service after he made a 'race card' comment to street wardens and acted intimidatorily towards two schoolboys in the store.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Bus driver (4 years' service) v London General Transport Services Ltd t/a Go-Ahead London Ltd
A bus driver dismissed after a year off sick with thyroid cancer has lost her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably in concluding there was no realistic prospect of return.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Human resources business partner (2 years' service) v Reckitt Benckiser Health Limited
An employment tribunal has refused to strike out a constructive dismissal and discrimination claim despite the claimant's failure to comply with case management orders, instead issuing an unless order. The tribunal found the delay was not intentional and a fair hearing was still possible.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Sales Consultant/Logistic Assistant (5 months' service) v Top Discount Electrical Stores Limited
A sales consultant with only five months' service was subjected to religious harassment and detriment for whistleblowing. The tribunal awarded £16,462.47 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £16,462 · Oct 2022Partial£16,462Oct 2022Traffic management operative (6 weeks' service) v Total Resources (UK) Ltd
A traffic management operative with only six weeks' service failed to prove his dismissal and a WhatsApp chat containing racist comments amounted to race discrimination. The tribunal dismissed the claims.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Healthcare Support Worker (11 years' service) v United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
A healthcare support worker with 11 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a long-term sickness absence. The tribunal found the NHS Trust failed to obtain up-to-date medical advice and did not properly consider redeployment.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Member Services Administrator (2 years' service) v Hemp Trades Association Limited t/a Cannabis Trades Association
A tribunal dismissed all claims from a Member Services Administrator who argued his redundancy was a sham to cover up whistleblowing and disability discrimination. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Senior teaching assistant (attendance officer, inclusion and wellbeing team) v The Governing Body of Cathays High School and Cardiff Council
A 72-year-old senior teaching assistant was fairly dismissed after sending an all-staff email with confidential information, posting derogatory Facebook comments, and writing a book critical of the school. The tribunal rejected claims of age discrimination, whistleblowing, and trade union victimisation.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Primary school teacher (4 years' service) v Leicestershire County Council and The Governing Body of Woodhouse Eaves St Paul’s Church of England Primary School
A primary school teacher who resigned after being suspended and denied her chosen representative lost her constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found the school's actions were not a repudiatory breach of contract.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Factory operative (2 years' service) v Cranswick Convenience Foods Plc
A factory operative was fairly dismissed for refusing to sanitise her hands during COVID-19, but the tribunal found the conduct did not amount to gross misconduct, entitling her to notice pay.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022HR Advisor (3 years' service) v London Borough of Haringey
An HR advisor who emailed confidential employee information to her personal Hotmail account was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct, the tribunal has ruled. Her claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and breach of contract were all dismissed.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Senior contracts manager (6 years' service) v Fire Integrity Limited
A senior contracts manager who resigned after being instructed to carry out a repair job for Kier failed to prove he was dismissed or that he made protected disclosures. The tribunal found he resigned voluntarily and his race discrimination claims were out of time or unsubstantiated.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Night Porter (13 years 10 months' service) v Peninsula Heights Management Company Ltd
A tribunal ruled that a night porter with type 2 diabetes was disabled from the date of his diagnosis, but rejected his claim that sleepiness was a substantial adverse effect. The case will now proceed to a final hearing on his discrimination and dismissal claims.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Former employee v Patel Post and Print Limited
A former employee won £2,528.64 after Patel Post and Print Limited breached her contract and made unauthorised deductions from her wages. The tribunal also considered disability discrimination claims but they were withdrawn.
Partial · £2,529 · Oct 2022Partial£2,529Oct 2022Teacher of English (6 years' service) v Shirley High School Performing Arts College
A teacher with six years' service was constructively unfairly dismissed after being pressured to sign a performance improvement plan and facing a delayed grievance process. She was awarded £40,408.
Partial · £40,408 · Oct 2022Partial£40,408Oct 2022Maintenance manager (8.5 years' service) v Equinox Kensington Ltd
A maintenance manager who secretly recorded a gym member and shared the audio on WhatsApp was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal also rejected his race discrimination claim.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022NHS employee v The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal has allowed an NHS employee to amend her constructive dismissal claim to include allegations that she was tricked into resigning during maternity leave. The ruling clarifies when amendments based on the same facts will be permitted.
Won · Oct 2022Won—Oct 2022Senior audiologist (25 years' service) v Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
A senior audiologist who went on sick leave after proposed rota changes and never returned was fairly dismissed for capability, the Plymouth Employment Tribunal has ruled. No compensation was awarded.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022English teacher (6 years' service) v Windermere Educational Trust Ltd
A tribunal dismissed claims of constructive unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and detriment for protected disclosures brought by an English teacher who raised concerns about International Baccalaureate exam preparation.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Civil servant (Executive Officer, 24 years' service) v Royal College of Defence Studies
A tribunal has allowed a civil servant with 24 years' service to amend his claim to include failure to make reasonable adjustments at the appeal stage, and refused the employer's bid to strike out the case.
Partial · Oct 2022Partial—Oct 2022Senior Technical Officer (7 years' service) v Network Rail Limited
A Senior Technical Officer with Type 1 diabetes was dismissed for speeding while experiencing low blood sugar. The tribunal found the dismissal fair for conduct but discriminatory under the Equality Act, awarding £66,790.
Partial · £66,790 · Oct 2022Partial£66,790Oct 2022Programme Lead (2 years 8 months' service) v Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
A programme lead with a disability and caring responsibilities was awarded £4,881 after a council manager told him to 'manage your own life' during a flexible working appeal. The tribunal found the comments amounted to disability discrimination and harassment.
Partial · £4,881 · Oct 2022Partial£4,881Oct 2022Former employee v Children Assisted in a Real Environment Ltd.
A former employee failed to have her employer's response struck out despite very late disclosure of documents. The tribunal said a fair trial remained possible.
Lost · Oct 2022Lost—Oct 2022Former employee v Eva-Lution Property Services Limited
A former employee with less than two years' service won £2,394 for disability discrimination after their employer failed to file a response. The unfair dismissal claim was struck out due to insufficient service.
Partial · £2,394 · Oct 2022Partial£2,394Oct 2022Customer service advisor (part-time, 3 years' service) v British Gas Services Limited
A customer service advisor's claims of unfair dismissal and race discrimination were struck out after he failed to pay a £2,000 deposit ordered by the tribunal. The deposit was required because his claims had little reasonable prospect of success.
Dismissed · Oct 2022Dismissed—Oct 2022Team Leader (13 years' service) v XPO Logistics Limited
A tribunal awarded a team leader a statutory redundancy payment of £8,065 after she refused a relocation that would have increased her childcare costs, but rejected her sex discrimination claim.
Partial · £8,065 · Oct 2022Partial£8,065Oct 2022Sales manager (1 year's service) v ARH UK Limited
A sales manager who was told his wife should care for their sick child and was forced to work while on furlough has been awarded over £26,000 by an employment tribunal.
Partial · £26,106 · Sept 2022Partial£26,106Sept 2022Senior practitioner in regional safeguarding unit v Staffordshire County Council
Staffordshire County Council had its defence struck out for persistent failure to comply with tribunal orders, leading to a finding of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination against a senior practitioner with osteoarthritis.
Won · Sept 2022Won—Sept 2022Manager in Risk department v Financial Conduct Authority
A manager who developed a key financial model and made protected disclosures was dismissed for redundancy. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair because his appeal did not properly consider his whistleblowing concerns.
Partial · Sept 2022Partial—Sept 2022Payroll Supervisor (19 years' service) v Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ltd
A payroll supervisor with 19 years' service was fairly dismissed for refusing to accept a new reporting structure and for capability issues, the Watford Employment Tribunal has ruled. Her claims of unfair dismissal and associative disability discrimination were rejected.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Former employee v Premier Cars Bangor Ltd
A former driver with COPD and back pain was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against by Premier Cars Bangor Ltd. The tribunal awarded £3,230.76 for unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and unpaid holiday pay.
Won · £3,231 · Sept 2022Won£3,231Sept 2022Support Practitioner v MacIntyre Care Limited
A tribunal found that a support practitioner with Mixed Connective Tissue Disease was not disabled under the Equality Act, striking out her discrimination claim for lack of medical evidence.
Dismissed · Sept 2022Dismissed—Sept 2022Night Care Assistant (12 years' service) v The Salvation Army Trustee Company
A Night Care Assistant with 12 years' service had her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims struck out after failing to properly set out her case despite repeated opportunities. No compensation was awarded.
Dismissed · Sept 2022Dismissed—Sept 2022Former employee v VA and KS
A former employee withdrew her claim for unpaid commission at a preliminary hearing. The tribunal declined to strike out the rest of her case, leaving time issues for the final hearing.
Dismissed · Sept 2022Dismissed—Sept 2022Sales Advisor (20 years' service) v New Look Retailers Limited
A sales advisor with 20 years' service was unfairly dismissed and indirectly discriminated against after New Look required flexibility during redundancy. She was awarded £8,672.
Partial · £8,672 · Sept 2022Partial£8,672Sept 2022Senior Account Manager v Infor (United Kingdom) Limited
A Senior Account Manager who took an unauthorised holiday to Bali was summarily dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected her claims of sex discrimination, victimisation, and whistleblowing.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Bus driver (3 years' service) v Thames Transit Ltd t/a Stagecoach West
A bus driver who resigned after a grievance about a manager's comments and a sick pay error lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably throughout.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Construction Manager (architect, overqualified for role) v London Borough of Newham
A construction manager who claimed she was dismissed for raising health and safety concerns has had her interim relief application rejected. The tribunal found factual disputes meant she did not meet the high threshold for interim relief.
Dismissed · Sept 2022Dismissed—Sept 2022Former employee v Gradwell Communications Ltd
A former employee won £93,375.68 for direct discrimination after their employer failed to respond to the claim. The award included a 25% uplift for ignoring ACAS procedures.
Won · £93,376 · Sept 2022Won£93,376Sept 2022External sales executive (commercial UPS) v Dale Power Solutions Ltd
An external sales executive claimed unfair dismissal and sex discrimination after being selected for redundancy as a pool of one. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision, finding the pool selection was genuine and reasonable.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Works Delivery Manager (7 years' service) v Network Rail Infrastructure Limited
A Works Delivery Manager with 7 years' service was dismissed on capability grounds after a long redeployment period. The tribunal upheld the dismissal, finding the employer's process reasonable.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Foster carer (from August 2012) v Blackpool Council
A foster carer who claimed unfair dismissal after being deregistered by Blackpool Council had his case struck out. The tribunal ruled that foster carers are not employees under established case law.
Dismissed · Sept 2022Dismissed—Sept 2022Gas Service Engineer (11 years' service) v Carter Thermal Industries Group
A gas service engineer with 11 years' service resigned after a series of performance meetings. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence and dismissed his constructive unfair dismissal claim.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Lecturer (Business and ICT department) v Buckinghamshire College Group
A lecturer who resigned claiming constructive dismissal after being required to attend a capability meeting while fasting during Ramadan has lost his case. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence or indirect discrimination.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Buyer (4 years' service) v Integral Powertrain Limited
A Buyer with 4 years' service who was made redundant while suffering from a back condition has lost her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. The tribunal found the redundancy was genuine and the selection process fair.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Financial Advisor v Aspirations Financial Advice Limited
A financial advisor who sold his client bank to his employer was made redundant after scoring lowest on a matrix he never saw. The tribunal dismissed his unfair dismissal claim because he lacked the required two years' continuous service.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Recruitment consultant (senior level) v P Ltd
A recruitment consultant sexually assaulted by her line manager has been awarded £995,127.67 after developing PTSD and worsening fibromyalgia, leaving her unable to return to her senior role.
Won · £995,128 · Sept 2022Won£995,128Sept 2022Project worker (care sector) v Pobl Group Limited
A project worker who resigned during a disciplinary investigation into her failure to follow PPE and temperature check instructions has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no breach of mutual trust and confidence.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Teacher of computing and BTEC Quality Nominee v Activate Learning Education Trust t/a UTC Reading
A computing teacher who claimed she was discriminated against and harassed due to her sex and religion after a workplace dispute has had all her claims dismissed by an employment tribunal.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Primary school teacher (part-time) v The Governing Body of North Downs Primary School
A tribunal found that a primary school failed to make reasonable adjustments for a teacher with photo-sensitive epilepsy after removing her projector and installing a touchscreen she could not use. She was awarded over £22,000.
Partial · £22,476 · Sept 2022Partial£22,476Sept 2022Employee (Chinese origin, short service) v County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
An employee who resigned in 2009 brought claims of constructive dismissal, whistleblowing and race discrimination in 2022. The tribunal struck out all claims as having no reasonable prospect of success due to the extreme delay.
Dismissed · Sept 2022Dismissed—Sept 2022HGV driver (4 years' service) v Port Traction Limited
A tribunal found that Port Traction Limited unfairly dismissed an HGV driver for exceeding driving hours, but reduced compensation to zero because the driver would have been dismissed anyway and contributed to his own dismissal.
Won · Sept 2022Won—Sept 2022Former employee v Stan Smith and Sons Ltd
A former employee has been awarded £36,390 after the employer's response was struck out for non-compliance, leading to a finding of unfair dismissal.
Won · £36,390 · Sept 2022Won£36,390Sept 2022Prison officer (2 years' service) v Secretary of State for Justice
A prison officer with two years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after signing off a Category A prisoner's cell without checking it. The tribunal upheld the dismissal as fair but found the prison failed to make reasonable adjustments by not providing a mentor.
Partial · Sept 2022Partial—Sept 2022Freemasons Coordinator (21 years' service) v Manchester Hall Limited (In Voluntary Liquidation)
A tribunal found that Manchester Hall Limited unfairly dismissed three employees by email with no consultation or selection process. The age discrimination claims were dismissed.
Partial · Sept 2022Partial—Sept 2022Homeless Social Practitioner (social worker, 18 years' service) v Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
A homeless social practitioner with 18 years' service was fairly dismissed after he falsely represented himself as a substance user at a police station, while still under a final written warning for a previous boundary breach.
Lost · Sept 2022Lost—Sept 2022Support Worker / Team Leader (homeless support) v Vineyard Project Ltd
A support worker who raised concerns about furlough fraud and service user safety was dismissed after her employer lost trust in her. The tribunal awarded £12,716.03, including an ACAS uplift for failing to follow the Code.
Partial · £12,716 · Sept 2022Partial£12,716Sept 2022Band 5 Staff Nurse (21 years' service) v Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
A Band 5 Staff Nurse with 21 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a stroke left him unable to return to his nursing role. The tribunal found the trust's failure to hold a final meeting made the dismissal procedurally unfair, but a fair process would have led to dismissal by September 2020. He was awarded £13,272.
Partial · £13,272 · Sept 2022Partial£13,272Sept 2022Cleaning operative (15 hours/week) v TC Facilities Management Ltd
A cleaning operative was unfairly dismissed after refusing to attend mediation with a co-worker who had called him a 'golliwog' and 'cheeky monkey'. The tribunal awarded £29,251 in compensation.
Partial · £29,251 · Aug 2022Partial£29,251Aug 2022Former employee (fixed-term contract) v Slough Borough Council
A default judgment against Slough Borough Council was set aside after the council proved it never received the claim form. The tribunal granted an extension of time to present a response, allowing the case to proceed to a full hearing.
Lost · Aug 2022Lost—Aug 2022Curriculum Design specialist (Level 4 manager) v Eleven Plus Exams Tuition Ltd
A tribunal has dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination brought by a curriculum design specialist made redundant during the first COVID-19 lockdown, finding the employer acted reasonably.
Lost · Aug 2022Lost—Aug 2022Customer Assistant – Self Service (part-time, one day a week) v Tesco Stores Ltd
A part-time customer assistant with 27 years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after Tesco mistakenly believed she was absent without leave when she was actually on approved annual leave. The tribunal awarded £4,934.18 in compensation.
Won · £4,934 · Aug 2022Won£4,934Aug 2022Heritage Project Manager (4 years' service) v British Deaf Association
A tribunal found that the British Deaf Association constructively dismissed a heritage project manager after refusing her flexible working request based on incorrect facts, awarding £17,678.70 in compensation.
Partial · £17,679 · Aug 2022Partial£17,679Aug 2022Band E Political Risk Underwriter (3 years' service) v Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Services Limited
A political risk underwriter was unfairly dismissed in a sham redundancy after returning from maternity leave. The tribunal awarded £1,287,014 for sex discrimination, harassment, and unfair dismissal.
Partial · £1,287,014 · Aug 2022Partial£1,287,014Aug 2022Administrator (family business) v MW Electrical (Midlands) Limited
An administrator at a family-run electrical business was victimised when the company threatened to investigate her for reading emails, after she had resigned alleging constructive dismissal. The tribunal awarded her £1,250.
Partial · £1,250 · Aug 2022Partial£1,250Aug 2022Administrative assistant (30 years' service) v Independent Inspections UK Limited
An administrative assistant with 30 years' service was unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to follow a fair redundancy procedure. The tribunal awarded £2,907.92.
Partial · £2,908 · Aug 2022Partial£2,908Aug 2022Former employee v Hozelock Ltd
A former employee who was dismissed and subjected to pregnancy and maternity discrimination has been awarded over £62,000 by an employment tribunal.
Won · £62,972 · Aug 2022Won£62,972Aug 2022Team Leader (Covid testing station) v Commisceo Primary Care Solutions Limited
A team leader who alleged he was dismissed because of his race had his claim struck out after missing two preliminary hearings and failing to respond to tribunal correspondence.
Dismissed · Aug 2022Dismissed—Aug 2022Health Care Assistant (HCA) (night shifts) v Brooklands Care Home Limited
A care home assistant was unfairly dismissed after an inadequate investigation into allegations of misconduct. The tribunal dismissed her race discrimination claims but upheld a complaint about missing written employment particulars.
Partial · Aug 2022Partial—Aug 2022Restorative Justice Officer (17 years' service) v London Borough of Hillingdon
A tribunal has ruled that London Borough of Hillingdon fairly dismissed a Restorative Justice Officer with 17 years' service after a year-long absence due to back pain, rejecting claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Aug 2022Lost—Aug 2022Senior VP Financial Crime Quality Assurance (expert in financial crime with over 10 years' experience) v Commerzbank AG
A senior financial crime expert lost his claims of race discrimination, harassment and constructive dismissal against Commerzbank AG. The tribunal found that comments about his liking for chicken were not racially motivated and that his treatment was due to performance issues, not race.
Lost · Aug 2022Lost—Aug 2022Sales executive v Vistry Homes Ltd
A tribunal ruled that a sales executive was disabled by anxiety and depression from February 2021, but her employer did not know and could not reasonably have known of her disability before dismissing her in January 2021.
Lost · Aug 2022Lost—Aug 2022Archives Data Inputter (part-time, 18.5 hours per week) v Cambridgeshire County Council
A part-time archives data inputter who was made redundant after refusing to engage with consultation has lost her claims for unfair dismissal, victimisation and age discrimination.
Lost · Aug 2022Lost—Aug 2022Prison officer (15 years' service) v Secretary of State for Justice
A prison officer with 15 years' service who was refused a permanent relocation away from the wings after an assault has lost his claim for failure to make reasonable adjustments. The tribunal found that the employer's offer of a phased return and temporary amended duties was reasonable.
Dismissed · Aug 2022Dismissed—Aug 2022Senior advisor to MP (17 years' service) v Mr Khalid Mahmood MP
A senior advisor with 17 years' service was unfairly dismissed by her MP boss after making protected disclosures about misuse of parliamentary stationery and alleged criminal activity. The tribunal awarded £11,729.99 in compensation, reduced by 75% for contributory fault and a Polkey deduction.
Partial · £11,730 · Aug 2022Partial£11,730Aug 2022Plumber (fixed-term contract) v Shepherd’s Bush Housing Association Limited
A plumber on a fixed-term contract had his unfair dismissal and wages claims thrown out for being presented too late, and was ordered to pay £6,800 in costs for continuing to pursue a weak case after warnings.
Dismissed · Aug 2022Dismissed—Aug 2022Employee of a charity v World Shirdi Sai Baba Organisation UK (a charity)
An employee of a charity who complained about not receiving payslips and incorrect pay was dismissed soon after. The tribunal found the dismissal was not automatically unfair, but upheld claims for unlawful wage deductions and notice pay, awarding £6,309.
Partial · £6,309 · Jul 2022Partial£6,309Jul 2022Employee (grounds maintenance, 12 years' service) v Liverpool Football Club and Athletic Grounds Limited
A grounds maintenance employee with 12 years' service was dismissed on capability grounds due to long-term ill health. The tribunal extended the time limits for his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims because his depression made it not reasonably practicable to present them on time.
Won · Jul 2022Won—Jul 2022Bar staff v Samuel Smiths Old Brewery (Tadcaster)
A bar worker who resigned after her employer failed to investigate her grievance about disability discrimination has won her claim for constructive unfair dismissal. The tribunal found the brewery breached the implied term of trust and confidence.
Partial · Jul 2022Partial—Jul 2022Programmer (17 years' service) v British Telecommunications PLC
A programmer with 17 years' service was unfairly dismissed by BT after the company relied on a six-month-old medical report and ignored an offer of updated evidence. The tribunal awarded £46,939.95.
Won · £46,940 · Jul 2022Won£46,940Jul 2022Finance Director (part-time, 24 hours/week) v Selazar Limited
A part-time finance director who raised concerns about a colleague's mental health and corporate governance was automatically unfairly dismissed and subjected to age discrimination. The tribunal awarded her £125,604.98.
Won · £125,605 · Jul 2022Won£125,605Jul 2022Assistant Unit Manager (19 years' service in residential children's care) v City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
An assistant unit manager with 19 years' service was constructively dismissed after the council failed to address safety concerns, delayed her grievances, and refused to redeploy her despite her disability. The tribunal awarded £35,208.
Partial · £35,208 · Jul 2022Partial£35,208Jul 2022Security officer (17 years' service) v LHR Airports Limited
A security officer with Asperger's Syndrome was unfairly dismissed after raising a grievance about a manager, who then counter-claimed that the complaint was false and vexatious. The tribunal found the investigation biased and the dismissal procedurally unfair.
Won · Jul 2022Won—Jul 2022Former employee v Teleperformance Limited
A former employee's unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims have been struck out after they failed to comply with an unless order and did not attend a case management hearing. No compensation was awarded.
Dismissed · Jul 2022Dismissed—Jul 2022Night manager (reception) v Heathrow Hotel Limited
A night manager who left the reception desk for three hours, allowing a minibus to be stolen, was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination, and unlawful deduction of wages.
Lost · Jul 2022Lost—Jul 2022Personal Adviser (8 years' service) v Department for Work & Pensions
A Personal Adviser with 8 years' service was unfairly dismissed after the DWP investigated her LinkedIn profile and found she had been working without permission during carers leave. The tribunal awarded £2,263.52.
Partial · £2,264 · Jul 2022Partial£2,264Jul 2022Rail operative (33 years' service) v Hanson Quarry Products (Europe) Ltd
A rail operative with 33 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against when a redundancy skills matrix penalised him for skills that had lapsed due to a disability-related move. Tribunal awards £100,250.
Partial · £100,250 · Jul 2022Partial£100,250Jul 2022Business Manager in Business Support (4.5 months' service) v Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd
A business manager with chronic anxiety failed to prove that Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd knew of her disability when they dismissed her during probation. The tribunal dismissed all claims.
Lost · Jul 2022Lost—Jul 2022Running Shift Service Engineer (16 years' service) v Metroline Travel Limited
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a bus engineer with 16 years' service who told a driver to continue driving despite a brake shudder. The decision confirms that safety-critical roles require strict compliance.
Lost · Jul 2022Lost—Jul 2022Former employee v Next Distribution Limited
A former employee of Next Distribution Limited has been awarded £21,964 after the tribunal found she was unfairly dismissed during a flawed redundancy process and the company failed to provide a perching stool as a reasonable adjustment for her disability.
Partial · £21,965 · Jul 2022Partial£21,965Jul 2022NHS employee v Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
An NHS employee was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against because of his disability. The tribunal awarded £26,852.61, reduced by 35% for the chance he could have been fairly dismissed.
Partial · £26,853 · Jul 2022Partial£26,853Jul 2022Credit Manager (6 years' service) v Ransomes Jacobsen Limited
A credit manager with 6 years' service was unfairly dismissed when her employer failed to share redundancy selection scores before the meeting and the appeal did not properly investigate. She was awarded £3,354.55.
Won · £3,355 · Jul 2022Won£3,355Jul 2022Senior Customer Service Officer (12 years' service) v Turkish Bank (UK) Limited
A Senior Customer Service Officer with 12 years' service lost her unfair dismissal and age discrimination claims after the tribunal found the bank's redundancy selection process was reasonable.
Lost · Jul 2022Lost—Jul 2022Lecturer (25 years' service) v Bournemouth & Poole College
A lecturer with 25 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against when his college used a redundancy scoring matrix that penalised him for disability-related sickness absence. The tribunal awarded £89,760.25.
Won · £89,760 · Jul 2022Won£89,760Jul 2022Inclusion support worker (term-time only) v Pembrokeshire County Council
A term-time inclusion support worker who resigned after her employer refused her flexible working requests has won claims for indirect sex discrimination and constructive dismissal. She was awarded £45,961.
Partial · £45,962 · Jul 2022Partial£45,962Jul 2022Sales manager (66 years old, 7 years' service) v North West Logistics Limited
A 66-year-old sales manager with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a flawed redundancy consultation during the pandemic, but the tribunal reduced his compensation by 80% because he would likely have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · £4,106 · Jul 2022Partial£4,106Jul 2022Flexible Colleague (recruitment agency worker assigned to Amazon warehouse) v Cordant Recruitment Ltd T/a PMP Recruitment
A recruitment agency worker assigned to Amazon lost his claims for disability discrimination and whistleblowing detriment after the tribunal found his assignment ended due to a neutral ranking system, not his depression or complaints.
Lost · Jul 2022Lost—Jul 2022Paint shop operative (5 years' service) v Omega Plc
A paint shop operative who resigned to secure a redundancy payment lost his unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no breach of trust and confidence.
Lost · Jul 2022Lost—Jul 2022Groundworker v Tallington Lakes Activities Limited; Tallington Lakes Site Limited; Tallington Lakes Land Limited; Neil Morgan
A groundworker who was unfairly dismissed has been awarded over £5,000 in costs after the employer's abusive and disruptive behaviour during proceedings. The tribunal found the conduct was unreasonable and warranted a costs order.
Won · £5,055 · Jul 2022Won£5,055Jul 2022Carer (18 years' service) v St Mary's Care Ltd
A carer who resigned after her employer failed to make reasonable adjustments for her back condition and made unlawful deductions from her wages has been awarded over £44,000 for constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Partial · £44,768 · Jul 2022Partial£44,768Jul 2022Receptionist/Administrator, later Ward Administrator v The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
An NHS trust fairly dismissed a ward administrator who was off sick for over a year, the tribunal has ruled. All claims of disability discrimination, race discrimination, and whistleblowing detriment were dismissed.
Lost · Jul 2022Lost—Jul 2022Greggs Franchise Manager (6 months' service) v Euro Garages Ltd
A Greggs franchise manager with six months' service was wrongfully dismissed when his employer failed to pay one week's notice. He was awarded £346 but his other claims – including race discrimination – were dismissed.
Partial · £346 · Jul 2022Partial£346Jul 2022Care home worker (alleged protected disclosures about resident care) v Castle Villas Ltd
An Employment Tribunal refused to grant relief from sanctions to a care home worker whose unfair dismissal claim was struck out for failing to comply with an Unless Order. The tribunal found the breach was serious and the explanation inadequate.
Dismissed · Jul 2022Dismissed—Jul 2022Clinical Pathway Administrator (4 years' service) v Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
A Clinical Pathway Administrator was constructively unfairly dismissed after the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust failed to investigate her bullying grievance or redeploy her. The tribunal awarded £51,397.66.
Won · £51,398 · Jun 2022Won£51,398Jun 2022Pastry Chef (employed from April 2017, continuous service from 2010) v UKCAKE Ltd
A pastry chef who alleged years of anti-Polish and homophobic comments by colleagues failed to prove discrimination, as the tribunal found no contemporaneous evidence and noted the employer's diverse workforce.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Train driver (5 years' service) v Transport for Wales Rail Limited
A Cardiff tribunal found that a train driver with anxiety and depression following a serious railway accident was not disabled under the Equality Act 2010, as his impairment did not have a substantial or long-term effect on day-to-day activities.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Management Accountant (3 years' service) v Muji Europe Holdings Ltd
A management accountant was unfairly dismissed after being selected for redundancy following a grossly unfair performance improvement plan. The tribunal awarded £14,147 in compensation.
Partial · £14,147 · Jun 2022Partial£14,147Jun 2022Clinic Manager – Sexual Health Service (30 years' service, Band 5) v Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
A clinic manager who had worked for the NHS for 30 years was unfairly dismissed when her employer restructured her role and then dismissed her on ill-health grounds. The tribunal awarded nearly £300,000 in compensation.
Partial · £297,188 · Jun 2022Partial£297,188Jun 2022Specialist doctor in care of the elderly (SAS doctor) v St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
A specialist doctor who resigned after his bullying grievance was not upheld and mediation was refused has lost his constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract by the NHS Trust.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Campus support officers v Kirklees College
Two campus support officers claimed unfair dismissal and discrimination after a restructure introduced Saturday working. The tribunal struck out most claims, allowing only one ordinary unfair dismissal claim to proceed.
Dismissed · Jun 2022Dismissed—Jun 2022Field sales retail development executive (7 years' service) v CPM UK Ltd
A field sales executive with 7 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after deliberately misrecording stock availability to generate bonus payments. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and age discrimination.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Dementia Outreach Worker (one day a week, fixed term) v B
A part-time dementia outreach worker who claimed she was dismissed for whistleblowing and disability discrimination has lost her case. The tribunal found no protected disclosure and no discrimination.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Customer Service Assistant (14 years' service) v Tesco Stores Limited
A 14-year Tesco employee who withdrew his unfair dismissal claim and repeatedly abused tribunal staff had his remaining discrimination claims struck out. No compensation was awarded.
Dismissed · Jun 2022Dismissed—Jun 2022Bus driver (2 years' service) v Metroline West Limited
A bus driver with two years' service was fairly dismissed for making an aggressive phone call to a controller while on a final written warning. The tribunal rejected his claims of race discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Legal executive (CILEX) specialising in residential conveyancing v ODT Professional Services Limited
A legal executive was unfairly dismissed by ODT Professional Services Limited after a disciplinary process that the tribunal found fundamentally unfair. She was awarded £2,621.57 after reductions for contributory fault and the chance she would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · Jun 2022Partial—Jun 2022Customer Service Assistant (5 years 8 months service) v B & M Retail Limited
An employment tribunal has ruled that B & M Retail Limited fairly dismissed a customer service assistant who had been absent for over three years due to muscular dystrophy. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Associate Headteacher (60% part-time, 20 years' service) v Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust
An associate headteacher who resigned after being told her role would be made redundant lost her claims for unfair dismissal and age discrimination. The tribunal found she was not dismissed but resigned voluntarily.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Consultant Colorectal Surgeon v Hywel Dda University Health Board
An employment tribunal dismissed all claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination and victimisation brought by a consultant colorectal surgeon against Hywel Dda University Health Board following a lengthy disciplinary process.
Lost · Jun 2022Lost—Jun 2022Accounts Assistant/Property Manager (2 years 6 months' service) v Cawdor Cars (Newcastle Emlyn) Ltd
An accounts assistant with psoriatic arthritis was constructively dismissed after a manager deliberately coughed in her direction when she asked for social distancing. The tribunal awarded £26,438.84.
Partial · £26,439 · May 2022Partial£26,439May 2022Warehouse agent (part-time, 3 days per week) v DHL Aviation (UK) Ltd
A part-time warehouse agent with asthma was unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to tell her that training would be provided for an office-based role. The tribunal awarded £1,010.28 in basic award but dismissed her disability discrimination claim.
Partial · £1,010 · May 2022Partial£1,010May 2022Cardiac Physiologist (Band 7) v Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
A cardiac physiologist who resigned after her employer's grievance process ignored her sexual harassment claims has been awarded £52,599 for constructive unfair dismissal.
Partial · £52,599 · May 2022Partial£52,599May 2022Green Book non-operational employee (Business Support Officer, Fire Safety Officer, Office Manager/Community Safety Delivery Manager) v Hampshire Fire and Rescue Authority (operating a Service)
A tribunal dismissed an equal pay claim by a Green Book employee against Hampshire Fire and Rescue Authority, finding that the pay gap with Grey Book colleagues was justified by different national agreements and additional obligations.
Lost · May 2022Lost—May 2022Assembly department operative (2 years' service) v Panel UK Limited
An assembly operative with two years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after his employer used a length-of-service scoring matrix. The tribunal also rejected his race discrimination claim.
Lost · May 2022Lost—May 2022Administrative Officer (Finance Lead) v Carnegie Theatre Trust
An administrative officer's equal pay claim against Carnegie Theatre Trust was struck out after the tribunal found a genuine material factor—different duties and unsociable hours—explained the pay difference. Her sex discrimination complaints about a 2020 grievance and redundancy were allowed to proceed.
Partial · May 2022Partial—May 2022Former employee v Digital Grading Studio Limited
A former employee of Digital Grading Studio Limited has won her claim for sex discrimination after a remark made during a stressful meeting. She was also awarded holiday pay, notice pay, and compensation for unfair dismissal, totalling £2,989.36.
Partial · £2,989 · May 2022Partial£2,989May 2022Chargehand in street cleansing department (2 years' service) v Royal Borough of Greenwich
A black chargehand was suspended for alleged drug-taking four months before his white colleagues, and the council withheld key documents. The tribunal struck out the respondent's case and awarded £21,688.
Won · £21,689 · May 2022Won£21,689May 2022Driving examiner (10 years' service) v Department of Transport
A driving examiner with 10 years' service was unfairly dismissed for taking a photo of his manager's notebook. The tribunal ordered reinstatement with a £113,585 payment, but reduced the award by 33% for his own fault.
Partial · May 2022Partial—May 2022Fixed-term employee (support worker) v The University of the West of England
A fixed-term employee who brought a whistleblowing detriment claim almost a year after the deadline had his case dismissed by the Bristol tribunal, which also found it would have been struck out as an abuse of process.
Dismissed · May 2022Dismissed—May 2022Senior financial adviser (20 years' service) v DWFS Services Limited
A senior financial adviser with 20 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a redundancy process where the outcome was predetermined. The tribunal awarded £24,229.53, reduced by 80% due to the chance he would have been dismissed anyway.
Partial · £24,230 · May 2022Partial£24,230May 2022Senior Lecturer and Course Director, MA Planning, Policy and Practice (27 years' service) v London South Bank University
A senior lecturer and course director with 27 years' service was fairly dismissed for bullying and harassment after a lengthy internal process. The tribunal rejected all claims of race discrimination, victimisation, and whistleblowing detriment.
Lost · May 2022Lost—May 2022Service Charge Manager (fixed-term contract) v A2Dominion Housing Group Ltd
A service charge manager on a fixed-term contract claimed he was dismissed for raising concerns about service charge delays. The tribunal found his protected disclosure was not the reason his contract was not renewed.
Lost · May 2022Lost—May 2022Teaching Assistant and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead v Cornerways Children Services Ltd
A teaching assistant and deputy safeguarding lead who was made redundant after an Ofsted inspection found weaknesses in safeguarding arrangements has lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the redundancy was genuine and the process fair.
Lost · May 2022Lost—May 2022Senior MICE Administrator (later MICE Monitoring Analyst) v Click Travel Limited
A senior administrator who was made redundant shortly after returning from maternity leave has lost her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. The tribunal found the redundancy process was fair and not linked to her pregnancy or flexible working request.
Lost · May 2022Lost—May 2022Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operations Officer v Leo Scheiner, Oscar Scheiner, 08344730 Limited (in voluntary liquidation), Fyrtorr Limited
A chief financial officer was dismissed by reason of redundancy when her employer entered liquidation. The tribunal awarded £9,015.92 for unpaid notice and holiday pay but dismissed claims for discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Partial · £9,016 · May 2022Partial£9,016May 2022Multi-skilled engineer (6 years' service) v Centriforce Products Limited
A multi-skilled engineer with six years' service was unfairly dismissed by Centriforce Products Limited after a redundancy process that involved three brief telephone calls and a biased appeal. The tribunal found the consultation was not meaningful.
Partial · May 2022Partial—May 2022Management Support Administrator (18 years' service) v Coventry University
An employment tribunal has rejected claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination brought by a management support administrator with 18 years' service who was dismissed for capability due to long-term sickness absence.
Lost · May 2022Lost—May 2022Catering Supervisor (5 weeks' service before disability disclosure) v University of Essex Campus Services Ltd
A catering supervisor with depression won over £30,000 after a tribunal found his employer failed to make reasonable adjustments by holding a disciplinary hearing before concluding his grievance and by ending his probation without further extension.
Partial · £30,523 · May 2022Partial£30,523May 2022Software engineer (1.5 years' service) v Google UK Limited
A software engineer who tried to retract her resignation the same day she sent it could not show she had a 'pretty good chance' of proving whistleblowing dismissal. The tribunal dismissed her interim relief application.
Dismissed · May 2022Dismissed—May 2022Radio and Rigging Manager (25 years' service) v British Telecommunication Plc
A Radio and Rigging Manager with 25 years' service was unfairly dismissed after BT was found to have predetermined her redundancy selection and ignored her sex discrimination grievance. The tribunal awarded £137,929.
Won · £137,929 · May 2022Won£137,929May 2022Housing Advice Worker / Housing Advisor (8 years' service) v Bermondsey Central Hall Methodist Church
A housing advisor with eight years' service was constructively dismissed after her employer instructed her to hand over work and equipment within two days, breaching the implied term of trust and confidence. The tribunal awarded £34,106.
Won · £34,106 · Apr 2022Won£34,106Apr 2022Deputy Store Manager (10 years' service) v Asda Stores Ltd
An Asda deputy store manager with 10 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after asking a 15-year-old customer for her phone number, the Watford Employment Tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Apr 2022Lost—Apr 2022Investigations Officer (Executive Officer, 19 years' service) v Department for Work and Pensions
A long-serving DWP investigations officer was constructively dismissed after being banned from driving without medical evidence, ambushed in a meeting, and then forced to attend a review at an unsuitable venue. The tribunal awarded £373,936.69.
Partial · £373,937 · Apr 2022Partial£373,937Apr 2022Former employee v Exclusive Fireplaces and Stoves Ltd
A former employee with disabilities was awarded £141,264.70 after Exclusive Fireplaces and Stoves Ltd failed to make reasonable adjustments and discriminated against them. The award was increased on reconsideration due to a tax grossing-up error.
Won · £141,265 · Apr 2022Won£141,265Apr 2022Layout Planner (7 years' service) v Marks and Spencer Plc
A layout planner with dyslexia was unfairly dismissed by Marks and Spencer after scoring one point short of retention in a redundancy exercise that failed to make reasonable adjustments. The tribunal awarded £53,855.99.
Won · £53,856 · Apr 2022Won£53,856Apr 2022Care worker (night shifts) v Pallotine Missionary Sisters of the Catholic Apostolate
A care worker who resigned after being ambushed with disciplinary allegations in a meeting she believed was a supervision session has won her constructive unfair dismissal claim, receiving £8,903.
Partial · £8,904 · Apr 2022Partial£8,904Apr 2022Academic (STEM Outreach Lead) v The University of Cumbria
An academic who was dismissed when her fixed-term contract expired while pregnant has won her claims for unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination. The tribunal awarded £129,133.39.
Partial · £129,133 · Apr 2022Partial£129,133Apr 2022Medical secretary (25 hours/week) v Dr Jennie Want & Dr Sunitha Jinka
A medical secretary who resigned after a year-long sick leave for depression and anxiety lost her claims for constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. The tribunal found the GP practice's delays, while not ideal, did not amount to a fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Apr 2022Lost—Apr 2022Associate Director – Global Services (4 years' service) v Vistra International Expansion Ltd
An associate director lost her unfair dismissal, race and sex discrimination, and whistleblowing claims after being made redundant. The tribunal found the redundancy was genuine and the claims were mostly out of time.
Lost · Apr 2022Lost—Apr 2022Sales advisor (7 years' service) v J. S. Bloor (Services) Limited
A sales advisor with Polymyositis was unfairly dismissed after being scored lowest in a redundancy selection matrix that made incorrect assumptions about her ability to work alone. The tribunal awarded £46,658.71, with a 50% Polkey reduction.
Partial · £46,659 · Apr 2022Partial£46,659Apr 2022Materials handler (3 years' service) v FMS Foils Group Limited
A materials handler with three years' service was unfairly dismissed when his employer ran a sham redundancy process and ignored his caring responsibilities. The tribunal awarded £3,297.40.
Won · £3,297 · Apr 2022Won£3,297Apr 2022Pharmacy dispenser (4 years' service) v Lloyds Pharmacy Limited
A pharmacy dispenser who fell out with her line manager was fairly dismissed for some other substantial reason. Her race discrimination and unfair dismissal claims were rejected.
Lost · Apr 2022Lost—Apr 2022Former employee v Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
A former employee of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust lost her victimisation claim after the tribunal found that her Dignity at Work complaint did not amount to a protected act under equality law. She was also ordered to pay £17,000 in costs.
Lost · Apr 2022Lost—Apr 2022Neighbourhood Manager (13 years' service) v Clarion Housing Group Limited
A neighbourhood manager with 13 years' service was made redundant when external funding for her role ended. The tribunal dismissed her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination, finding the redundancy process was fair and unrelated to her epilepsy.
Lost · Mar 2022Lost—Mar 2022Finance director (statutory director from 1 October 2017) v EngineF Operating Ltd
A finance director who refused to engage in redundancy consultation and alleged whistleblowing lost his unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found a genuine redundancy situation and no protected disclosures.
Lost · Mar 2022Lost—Mar 2022Production Operative/Assembly Worker (5 years' service) v GI Group Recruitment Limited
A production operative with five years' service was unfairly dismissed for briefly visiting his car during a break. The tribunal found the employer failed to investigate his claim that leaving site was common practice, and the dismissing officer lacked impartiality.
Partial · £16,917 · Mar 2022Partial£16,917Mar 2022Loans and investment officer (25 years' service) v Bridgend County Borough Council
A loans and investment officer with 25 years' service was fairly dismissed on capability grounds after 17 months off work with stress and anxiety. The tribunal rejected her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Mar 2022Lost—Mar 2022Senior Pastor (33 years' service) v The Church of God Prophecy (Trust)
A senior pastor who held a personal belief that women should not preach to men was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after creating an environment where women were denied the opportunity to preach. The tribunal upheld the church's decision.
Lost · Mar 2022Lost—Mar 2022Customer Service Engineer (13 years' service) v Openreach Limited
A tribunal has ruled that Openreach fairly dismissed a Customer Service Engineer with 13 years' service after 271 days of absence, finding the employer's process was reasonable and not discriminatory.
Lost · Mar 2022Lost—Mar 2022Local government officer (dual roles: Principal Member Support Officer and Landlord Services Manager) v Hull City Council
A local government officer with fibromyalgia was unfairly dismissed when Hull City Council failed to provide support during a redundancy process. The tribunal awarded £12,000 for injury to feelings and ordered re-engagement.
Partial · £12,000 · Mar 2022Partial£12,000Mar 2022Former employee v Consulting and Accountancy Services Ltd
A former employee's claims of automatic unfair dismissal for asserting holiday rights, along with other complaints, were dismissed. The tribunal found the real reason for dismissal was redundancy due to financial savings.
Lost · Mar 2022Lost—Mar 2022Fashion graphic designer (2 years' service) v UBI Limited
A fashion graphic designer with less than two years' service was dismissed for performance and conduct issues, not for raising health and safety concerns about returning to work during the pandemic. The tribunal rejected her claims of automatic unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.
Lost · Feb 2022Lost—Feb 2022Bus driver (5 years' service) v East London Bus & Coach Company Limited
A bus driver who was dismissed on medical grounds after a stroke has won his unfair dismissal claim and been reinstated to his role. The tribunal found the employer failed to properly consider alternative work and an occupational health report.
Partial · Feb 2022Partial—Feb 2022Senior risk and compliance professional v National Westminster Bank plc
A senior risk and compliance professional was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after her employer refused to extend her secondment due to cancer-related absences. The tribunal found the bank's decision was influenced by her disability.
Partial · Feb 2022Partial—Feb 2022Consultant Radiologist (breast imaging) v University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
A consultant radiologist who raised patient safety concerns was unfairly dismissed by University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust. The tribunal found the process was flawed because he was not warned that a breakdown in relationships could lead to dismissal.
Partial · Feb 2022Partial—Feb 2022Head of Accounting v Gapuma (UK) Limited
A tribunal allowed some race harassment allegations to be added to a whistleblowing claim but rejected others as out of time, and clarified that claims against individual respondents require separate early conciliation.
Partial · Feb 2022Partial—Feb 2022Production Operator (24 years' service) v GlaxoSmithKline Services Unlimited
A production operator with 24 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against when his employer failed to consider day shifts or redeployment for his lupus condition. The tribunal found GlaxoSmithKline's capability process was flawed.
Won · Feb 2022Won—Feb 2022Service advisor at a VW motor dealership v Bristol Street Fourth Investments Limited
A service advisor with anxiety who was dismissed for refusing to wear a face mask has won her disability discrimination claim. The tribunal found the employer failed to consider her medical condition.
Won · Feb 2022Won—Feb 2022Lead Senior Early Years Consultant (6 years) v Lancashire County Council
A lead early years consultant with six years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after Lancashire County Council required her to compete for a role substantially similar to her own while she was on long-term sick leave for cancer treatment. The tribunal awarded over £800,000 in compensation.
Partial · £800,714 · Jan 2022Partial£800,714Jan 2022Not stated v Atradius CYC de Seguros Y Rease
A tribunal allowed a disabled employee's flexi-time discrimination claim to proceed out of time, but struck out parts of her claim that relied on without-prejudice discussions.
Partial · Jan 2022Partial—Jan 2022Clinical Administrator (16 hours/week, 3 years' service) v Dr D Burley, Dr N Taylor, Dr K Moore, Dr T Draghici and Dr R Grainger Trading as Hebden Bridge Medical Practice
A clinical administrator who resigned after a return-to-work dispute lost her constructive dismissal and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found no breach of the implied term of trust and confidence.
Lost · Jan 2022Lost—Jan 2022Director – EMEA Operations (12 years' service) v Brocade Communications UK Ltd
A director with 12 years' service who had renal cancer was unfairly dismissed and denied reasonable adjustments during a redundancy alignment exercise. The tribunal awarded over £1.76 million.
Partial · £1,768,369 · Jan 2022Partial£1,768,369Jan 2022Forklift Truck Driver and Warehouse Operative (18 months' service) v Ken Wilkins Print Limited
An employment tribunal has dismissed claims of race and religion discrimination, harassment and victimisation brought by a former forklift truck driver against Ken Wilkins Print Limited, finding his evidence totally unreliable and preferring the employer's witnesses.
Lost · Jan 2022Lost—Jan 2022Registered nurse (night shifts, neuro-disability ward) v The Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability
A registered nurse with limited English was unfairly dismissed for gross misconduct after the Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability failed to provide an interpreter at his disciplinary hearing. The tribunal also found indirect race discrimination.
Partial · Jan 2022Partial—Jan 2022Practice nurse (46 years' nursing experience, 10 as practice nurse) v Mr Mark Moss, as personal representative of the estate of Dr Paul Moss, formerly t/a North Shoebury Surgery
A practice nurse with 46 years' experience was unfairly dismissed due to a flawed disciplinary process, but the tribunal found she would have been dismissed anyway and reduced her compensation by 60% for her own conduct. She was awarded £1,610.66.
Partial · £1,611 · Jan 2022Partial£1,611Jan 2022Medical secretary v Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
A medical secretary who refused a management instruction to move offices and was verbally aggressive was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected her claims of race discrimination and victimisation.
Lost · Jan 2022Lost—Jan 2022Travel Trainer (8 years' service) v London Borough of Croydon
A travel trainer with eight years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against when her employer failed to make reasonable adjustments by requiring her to compete for a vacant role. The tribunal awarded £86,787.82.
Partial · £86,788 · Jan 2022Partial£86,788Jan 2022Senior lecturer (accountancy and finance) v University of Huddersfield
A senior lecturer unfairly dismissed by the University of Huddersfield was awarded over £107,000 after the university refused to comply with a tribunal order to reinstate him.
Won · £107,795 · Jan 2022Won£107,795Jan 2022Former employee v Bath Cricket Club
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Bath Cricket Club was allowed to proceed after the tribunal ruled that a second early conciliation certificate obtained against a differently named entity was valid, rejecting the club's attempt to strike out the claim.
Won · Dec 2021Won—Dec 2021Outpatient Administration Clerk (4 years' service) v The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth
An outpatient administration clerk with cervical spondylosis was constructively dismissed after the hospital failed to implement occupational health recommendations and moved her to a concierge role. The tribunal awarded £74,683.42.
Partial · £74,683 · Dec 2021Partial£74,683Dec 2021Senior lecturer in physics (30 years' service) v University of Exeter
A senior physics lecturer at the University of Exeter has been awarded £100,969.78 after an employment tribunal found her dismissal for gross misconduct was unfair and that she was harassed for raising unconscious bias concerns.
Partial · £100,970 · Dec 2021Partial£100,970Dec 2021Quality Assurance Technician (12 years' service) v Nestle UK Ltd
A Quality Assurance Technician with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a breakdown in working relationships, but the tribunal found he contributed 100% to his dismissal and would have been dismissed anyway, resulting in no compensation.
Partial · Dec 2021Partial—Dec 2021Theatre Practitioner (Band 5) (19 years' service) v Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
A theatre practitioner with 19 years' service was constructively dismissed after her employer repeatedly demanded she remove a cross necklace, despite allowing other religious symbols. The tribunal found the trust's policy was inconsistently enforced and unjustified.
Won · Dec 2021Won—Dec 2021Finance Director v ABP (London) Investment Limited
A finance director who made protected disclosures about his employer's finances was automatically unfairly dismissed. The tribunal awarded £754,380.97 after the employer provided false evidence and failed to attend the final hearing.
Won · £754,381 · Dec 2021Won£754,381Dec 2021Locality manager (6 years' service) v The Regard Partnership Limited
A locality manager who was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer was constructively unfairly dismissed after her employer advertised her role as a fixed-term post while she was on sick leave. The tribunal also upheld a claim of discrimination arising from disability.
Partial · Dec 2021Partial—Dec 2021Nurse v Indigo Care Services Ltd t/a Orchard Care Homes
A nurse who resigned and later tried to add whistleblowing claims had her case dismissed because the tribunal found she presented her claim too late.
Dismissed · Dec 2021Dismissed—Dec 2021Locum ENT doctor v Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust
A locum ENT doctor at Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust lost her race discrimination and harassment claim after the tribunal found her contract was ended due to COVID-19 financial pressures, not her race.
Lost · Dec 2021Lost—Dec 2021Team Leader (Hot End) (36 years' service) v Pilkington UK Limited
A team leader with 36 years' service was unfairly dismissed after covert surveillance showed him helping at a farm while on sick leave. The tribunal found the employer's procedure was flawed and the decision unreasonable.
Won · Dec 2021Won—Dec 2021Journalist (20 years' service) v Bloomberg L.P.
An employment tribunal has ruled that Bloomberg L.P. fairly dismissed a journalist with 20 years' service after he failed to meet performance targets under a second improvement plan. The claim for automatic unfair dismissal based on whistleblowing was rejected.
Lost · Dec 2021Lost—Dec 2021Band 2 Health Care Assistant in Emergency Department v University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
An NHS trust fairly dismissed a health care assistant who had been absent for 14 months with work-related stress, the tribunal has ruled. The trust followed its attendance management policy and offered redeployment.
Lost · Dec 2021Lost—Dec 2021English teacher (part-time, variable hours) v Havant & South Downs College
A Black British English teacher was constructively unfairly dismissed after her college sent a harassing email about her 'throwing the E&D Black comment' and failed to contact her during sick leave. The tribunal found harassment and constructive dismissal but dismissed most race discrimination claims.
Partial · Dec 2021Partial—Dec 2021Senior nursing assistant (band 3) v Guy’s & St Thomas’s NHS Foundation Trust
A senior nursing assistant was unfairly dismissed after her employer required her to compete for sedentary roles despite medical advice. The tribunal awarded £21,173.
Partial · £21,173 · Dec 2021Partial£21,173Dec 2021Retail assistant (5 years' service) v John Lewis plc
A tribunal found that John Lewis discriminated against a retail assistant with autism by removing her from a team leader training programme without specialist advice, but her later dismissal for striking a manager was fair.
Partial · Dec 2021Partial—Dec 2021Medical Secretary (part-time, 18.75 hours/week) v West London Mental Health NHS Trust
A medical secretary who resigned after alleging sexual harassment by a colleague lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the alleged behaviour did not occur and all claims were out of time.
Lost · Nov 2021Lost—Nov 2021Virtual Merchandising Administrator (probationary employee) v No Ordinary Designer Label Limited
A Black probationary employee who alleged race discrimination and harassment during her probation at Ted Baker (No Ordinary Designer Label Ltd) has had all her claims dismissed by the Central London Employment Tribunal.
Lost · Nov 2021Lost—Nov 2021Border Readiness Operative (less than 2 years' service) v MITIE Ltd
A Border Readiness Operative with less than two years' service was dismissed for being absent without leave after his authorised childcare leave ended. The tribunal upheld the dismissal, finding it was not automatically unfair.
Lost · Nov 2021Lost—Nov 2021Security guard (3 years' service) v CIS Security Limited
A security guard who was subjected to racist and sexist harassment by a colleague was constructively dismissed after her employer failed to properly address her grievance. The tribunal awarded £59,566.
Won · £59,566 · Nov 2021Won£59,566Nov 2021Administrator / Regional Co-Ordinator (3 years' service) v Tudor Contract Cleaners Limited
A tribunal found that a manager's comment to a mixed-heritage employee during a grievance appeal hearing amounted to direct race discrimination and harassment, awarding £20,243 in injury to feelings.
Partial · £20,243 · Nov 2021Partial£20,243Nov 2021Community support worker (5 years' experience) v Leicestershire County Council
A community support worker who resigned claiming constructive unfair dismissal and race discrimination has lost her case. The tribunal found no evidence of discrimination or fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Nov 2021Lost—Nov 2021Regional Organiser (5 years' service) v UNISON
A regional organiser who was arrested in Tenerife for breaching Spain's COVID lockdown and then gave media interviews against instructions was fairly dismissed by UNISON, the tribunal has ruled.
Lost · Nov 2021Lost—Nov 2021Assistant accountant (construction company) v A Suman & Co Ltd
An assistant accountant who was employed for just 10 days had her unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims thrown out after repeatedly failing to comply with tribunal orders and not attending a hearing.
Dismissed · Nov 2021Dismissed—Nov 2021Head of Finance for Grenfell (agency worker, CIPFA qualified accountant) v Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Two finance agency workers were sexually harassed by a colleague who said they were sleeping together and made crude remarks. The tribunal awarded £4,000 and £7,000 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £4,000 · Nov 2021Partial£4,000Nov 2021Contract worker (complex complaints handler) v MBNA Ltd and Paymaster (1836) t/a Equiniti Hazell Carr
A contract worker who raised health and safety concerns was subjected to detriments and dismissed. The tribunal found he was a worker, not an employee, but still protected under whistleblowing law.
Partial · Oct 2021Partial—Oct 2021Assistant solicitor v Spring And Co Solicitors Ltd
An assistant solicitor was unfairly dismissed after being refused a postponement despite a fit note, but his award was cut by 50% for his own conduct. He received £1,177.51.
Won · £1,178 · Sept 2021Won£1,178Sept 2021Teaching Assistant (12 years' service) v Calthorpe Teaching Academy
A teaching assistant with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his school rejected his ill-health retirement application because of cost. The tribunal awarded £24,290.
Partial · £24,290 · Sept 2021Partial£24,290Sept 2021Team Leader (care sector) v Lifeway Community Care Ltd
A care sector Team Leader who took a career break and then refused to return to work has lost his unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. The tribunal found he fabricated grievance documents to bolster his case.
Lost · Sept 2021Lost—Sept 2021Administrative Officer (AO) National, Child Support Agency v Department for Work and Pensions
An administrative officer was unfairly dismissed after attending a trade union conference while on sick leave and sending an email about a colleague. The tribunal found the process flawed and ordered re-engagement with a 30% reduction for contributory fault.
Partial · Aug 2021Partial—Aug 2021Court Worker / Offender Recovery Worker (10 years' service) v Blenheim CDP
A court worker with 10 years' service was constructively dismissed after her employer refused to adjust her start time or move her from a difficult team. The tribunal awarded £48,476.
Partial · £48,476 · Jul 2021Partial£48,476Jul 2021Primary school teacher v South Essex Academy Trust
A tribunal found that South Essex Academy Trust failed to make reasonable adjustments for a disabled teacher by not providing all relevant grievance documents before a hearing. The teacher was awarded £5,860.27 for injury to feelings and unlawful wage deductions.
Partial · £5,860 · Jul 2021Partial£5,860Jul 2021Customer care specialist (8 years' service) v Coloplast Limited
A customer care specialist with depression and anxiety was found to be disabled under the Equality Act, overturning an earlier tribunal decision that her condition was not long-term.
Partial · Jun 2021Partial—Jun 2021Live-in nanny (7 months' service) v A Limited
A live-in nanny who reported her employers to the NSPCC had her whistleblowing and discrimination claims struck out after waiting over a year to bring them to tribunal.
Dismissed · Jun 2021Dismissed—Jun 2021Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist (15 years' service) v Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
A consultant forensic psychiatrist with 15 years' service was constructively unfairly dismissed after being given an ultimatum to resign, retire or face a conduct hearing following a patient suicide. The tribunal awarded £95,112.
Won · £95,112 · Jun 2021Won£95,112Jun 2021Teacher (Head of Year, TLR1A) v Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust
A teacher who was asked to step down as Head of Year, not reappointed, and given negative references was constructively dismissed and suffered race discrimination. The tribunal awarded over £460,000.
Partial · £462,974 · Jun 2021Partial£462,974Jun 2021IT Manager (4 years' service) v Crystal Ball Limited
An IT manager with complex regional pain syndrome was constructively dismissed after his employer became hostile when he requested reasonable adjustments. The tribunal awarded £30,011.
Partial · £30,011 · May 2021Partial£30,011May 2021Finance Officer (bookkeeper/accountant) v Stratford Advice Arcade (A company limited by guarantee)
A tribunal ruled that a finance officer who worked for eight years on a freelance basis was a 'worker' but not an 'employee', meaning he can pursue claims for holiday pay and unlawful deductions but not unfair dismissal.
Partial · May 2021Partial—May 2021Roadside technician (patrol) (15 years' service) v The Automobile Association Developments Ltd
A roadside technician with 15 years' service resigned after his employer ended a temporary sign-on arrangement. The tribunal found no constructive dismissal or disability discrimination.
Lost · May 2021Lost—May 2021Telecommunications Systems Engineer (former military, 12 years' service with respondent) v Ministry of Defence
A telecommunications engineer with physical and mental health disabilities was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against by the Ministry of Defence. The tribunal awarded £147,809.69 in total damages.
Won · £147,810 · May 2021Won£147,810May 2021Service desk consultant (IT help desk, 12-hour shifts) v Intergence Systems Limited
An IT help desk consultant was unfairly dismissed after her employer caved to client pressure following a missed handover email. The tribunal awarded £10,787.47, reduced by a third for her own fault.
Partial · £10,787 · May 2021Partial£10,787May 2021Impact Project Coordinator (manager, Grade 8) v Wolverhampton City Council
An Impact Project Coordinator who was dismissed in a sham redundancy after being pressured to take voluntary severance has won her claims of unfair dismissal and direct race discrimination against Wolverhampton City Council. The tribunal awarded her £475,176.34.
Partial · £475,176 · Mar 2021Partial£475,176Mar 2021Former employee v BJP Pufi Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was struck out after she failed to pay a £300 deposit. The tribunal later revoked the strike-out because the deposit order was sent to the wrong email address.
Dismissed · Mar 2021Dismissed—Mar 2021Senior Lending Manager (homeworker) v Nationwide Building Society
A Senior Lending Manager who cared for her disabled mother was unfairly dismissed by Nationwide Building Society during a redundancy exercise that required all staff to be office-based. The tribunal awarded £345,708 for unfair dismissal and indirect discrimination.
Partial · £345,708 · Mar 2021Partial£345,708Mar 2021Consultant obstetrician and gynaecologists v Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust
Two long-serving consultant gynaecologists were unfairly dismissed by Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, but the tribunal awarded no compensation because they would have been dismissed anyway and were wholly at fault.
Partial · Feb 2021Partial—Feb 2021School Business Manager (18 years' service) v The Governors of St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School
A school business manager who pursued a whistleblowing claim against an interim head teacher was ordered to pay £4,800 in costs after the tribunal found her conduct unreasonable. The school later settled the redundancy claim for £12,443.
Partial · £12,443 · Feb 2021Partial£12,443Feb 2021Buyer (6.5 months' service) v Johnson Matthey plc
A buyer who was dismissed after just six and a half months for performance and attendance issues lost her claims of automatic unfair dismissal, race and sex discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
Lost · Dec 2020Lost—Dec 2020Doctor's receptionist v ISS Mediclean Ltd t/a ISS Facilities Services Healthcare
A doctor's receptionist who claimed she was discriminated against because of her race after a dispute over her holiday entitlement has had her claims dismissed by an employment tribunal.
Lost · Dec 2020Lost—Dec 2020Former employee v Jaguar Land Rover Limited
A former employee was unfairly dismissed for capability reasons, but the tribunal applied a 75% Polkey deduction for the chance he would have been dismissed anyway. His race discrimination claims were dismissed.
Partial · Dec 2020Partial—Dec 2020Account manager (vehicle finance) v UK Carline Limited
An account manager was summarily dismissed and the employer covertly recorded the meeting. The tribunal struck out the employer's response and awarded £69,705.50.
Won · £69,706 · Dec 2020Won£69,706Dec 2020Intelligence Support Officer (9 years' service) v Chief Constable of Surrey Police
An intelligence support officer with bowel cancer was unfairly dismissed when Surrey Police made her redundant after she could not accept a new role based at Woking due to her disability. The tribunal also found a failure to make reasonable adjustments and discrimination over a recognition bonus.
Partial · Oct 2020Partial—Oct 2020Housing Assistant (probationary) v One Housing Group Limited
A probationary housing assistant's claims of race discrimination and harassment against One Housing Group Limited were dismissed by the tribunal, which found no evidence that her treatment was because of her race.
Lost · Oct 2020Lost—Oct 2020Head of School (formerly Associate Head Teacher, 15 years' service) v Leading Learners Multi Academy Trust
A Head of School with 15 years' service resigned after a welfare meeting turned aggressive and her grievance was mishandled. The tribunal found constructive unfair dismissal, awarding £13,172.50.
Partial · Aug 2020Partial—Aug 2020Case management clerk (Grade 2) v Birmingham City Council
A case management clerk who resigned five months after the alleged final straw was found to have affirmed her contract, losing her constructive dismissal claim against Birmingham City Council.
Lost · Apr 2020Lost—Apr 2020Consultant Paediatric Neurologist v University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
A consultant paediatric neurologist who made multiple whistleblowing allegations was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. His repeated attempts to reopen the case using a Serious Untoward Incident Report failed, and he was ordered to pay over £83,000 in costs.
Lost · Mar 2020Lost—Mar 2020Senior Carer and Manager's Assistant (14 years' service) v Jasmine Care (Holdings) Limited
A senior carer with 14 years' service was constructively dismissed after her employer unilaterally reduced her hours and pay, then suspended her over alleged holiday pay fraud. The tribunal awarded £41,039 in compensation.
Partial · £41,039 · Mar 2020Partial£41,039Mar 2020Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE programme) v London Borough of Croydon
A newly qualified social worker was awarded £1,500 for injury to feelings after a without prejudice meeting was used to victimise her, but her unfair dismissal claim over tenancy and DBS fraud allegations was rejected.
Partial · £1,500 · Feb 2020Partial£1,500Feb 2020Head teacher (primary school) v The Governing Body of Tywyn Primary School
A primary school head teacher was constructively unfairly dismissed and directly discriminated against because of his sexual orientation after consensual contact with two 17-year-olds via Grindr. The tribunal awarded £696,255.65.
Won · £696,256 · Nov 2019Won£696,256Nov 2019Bus driver v London United Busways Ltd
A bus driver with a medical condition requiring toilet breaks was subjected to disability-related harassment after controllers repeatedly queried his need for breaks. The tribunal awarded £3,412.33 for injury to feelings.
Partial · £3,412 · Oct 2019Partial£3,412Oct 2019Web developer (10 years' service) v Air Business Limited
A web developer with 10 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a breakdown in working relationships following her grievance. The tribunal found the employer bore some responsibility and failed to consider alternatives, but reduced compensation by 60% for her contributory conduct.
Partial · £9,020 · Sept 2019Partial£9,020Sept 2019Administrative Officer (45 years' service) v Commissioners for HM Revenue & Customs
An HMRC administrative officer with 45 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after her employer refused to transfer her to another team as a reasonable adjustment for depression. The tribunal awarded £243,957.
Won · £243,957 · Aug 2019Won£243,957Aug 2019Bakery operative v Greenhalgh’s Craft Bakery Limited
A tribunal dismissed all claims of sexual and racial harassment, sex and race discrimination, and unlawful deduction of wages brought by a bakery operative against Greenhalgh’s Craft Bakery Limited, finding the claimant's evidence unreliable and preferring the respondent's witnesses supported by CCTV footage.
Lost · Jul 2019Lost—Jul 2019Part-time casual support worker (25 hours/week) v The Markfield Project
A part-time support worker with dyslexia was constructively dismissed after being disciplined for an argument while a colleague was not. The tribunal awarded £5,687, including a 20% ACAS uplift for failing to hold a grievance meeting.
Won · £5,687 · Mar 2019Won£5,687Mar 2019International Business Account Manager (12 years' service) v Churchills International Consulting Limited
An International Business Account Manager who resigned after 12 years claimed constructive unfair dismissal, but the tribunal found she left to compete, not because of any breach by Churchills International Consulting Limited. All claims were dismissed.
Lost · Jun 2018Lost—Jun 2018Clinical academic surgeon (Consultant Urological Surgeon and Senior Lecturer) v CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
A consultant urological surgeon and senior lecturer lost her unfair dismissal and race discrimination claims after Cardiff University's Medic Forward programme led to her redundancy. The tribunal found the process genuine and non-discriminatory.
Lost · Apr 2018Lost—Apr 2018Consultant emergency surgeon v The Ipswich Hospitals NHS Trust
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a consultant emergency surgeon by The Ipswich Hospitals NHS Trust for gross misconduct, finding the trust's disciplinary process fair and rejecting claims of whistleblowing detriment and discrimination.
Lost · Aug 2017Lost—Aug 2017
