Whistleblowing & Protected Disclosure · year
2023
319 cases
Installations Manager (20 years' service) v Park Lane Windows Ltd
A long-serving installations manager was constructively dismissed after being demoted twice without consultation. The tribunal awarded £24,331.
Partial · £24,331 · Dec 2023Partial£24,331Dec 2023Before and after school club leader (2 years' service) v The Governing Body of St Michael’s Church of England School Middleton
A before and after school club leader who refused to attend work during the pandemic claiming serious and imminent danger has lost her unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found her belief was not reasonable given the school's risk assessments.
Lost · Dec 2023Lost—Dec 2023Former employee v Kings College London Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Palliative Care
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Kings College London was struck out because they did not have the required two years' service. Their discrimination claims were dismissed after a hearing.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—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 2023Healthcare assistant (1 year 6 months' service) v Barchester Healthcare Limited
A healthcare assistant who waited over two years to bring a whistleblowing and discrimination claim after his dismissal had his case dismissed as out of time. The tribunal found it was reasonably practicable to have presented the claim within the statutory time limit.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—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 2023Lead Software Consultant (6 years' service) v ICT Infotech Ltd
An employment tribunal struck out a Lead Software Consultant's whistleblowing detriment and automatically unfair dismissal claims, leaving only an ordinary unfair dismissal claim to proceed. The tribunal also refused the employer's bid to strike out the remaining claim due to the claimant's conduct.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Approved Mental Health Professional (agency worker) v North Yorkshire Council
An Approved Mental Health Professional who withdrew from work citing serious danger lost his whistleblowing and health and safety detriment claims. The tribunal found his concerns did not amount to a protected disclosure or a reasonable belief of imminent danger.
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 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 v Amey Services Limited
A former employee who sent threatening emails to colleagues and called a witness a liar outside the tribunal room had his unfair dismissal claim struck out. The tribunal said a fair trial was no longer possible.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Business Development Manager (2 years 4 months' service) v Angry Creative (UK) Limited
A tribunal found that a Business Development Manager was unfairly dismissed because the real reason was his grievance, not redundancy. The case highlights the risks of dismissing a worker who has raised concerns.
Partial · Dec 2023Partial—Dec 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 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 2023Former employee v CSH Surrey
A former employee's disability discrimination claim against the CEO of CSH Surrey was struck out after she failed to particularise any specific allegations against him. The tribunal found the claim had no reasonable prospects of success.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Managing Director (1 year 1 month service) v Inglis Jane Limited
A managing director with a six-month notice period was dismissed by email after raising concerns about unpaid expenses and pension contributions. The tribunal awarded £25,000 for wrongful dismissal but rejected his protected disclosure claim.
Partial · £25,000 · Dec 2023Partial£25,000Dec 2023Former employee v The Restaurant Group PLC
A former employee who failed to attend hearings and ignored tribunal orders had his unfair dismissal claim struck out. The tribunal also noted he had less than two years' service, which normally bars such claims.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Legal services provider (locum lawyer) v Hogan Lovells International LLP
A locum lawyer's claim for automatic unfair dismissal over alleged whistleblowing was struck out because the disclosure came months after his engagement ended. He was also ordered to pay £8,000 in costs for unreasonable conduct.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Compliance Director (4 years' service) v Goldenway Global Investments (UK) Limited
A Compliance Director who reported money laundering and unauthorised directors to the FCA was dismissed four days later. The tribunal found the dismissal was automatically unfair and awarded over half a million pounds.
Won · £564,672 · Dec 2023Won£564,672Dec 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 2023Former employee v Park Holidays UK Limited
A former employee's claims of automatic constructive unfair dismissal and sexual orientation harassment were struck out after he presented his claim nine months late, despite having initially filed on time but without an ACAS certificate.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Former employee v London & Quadrant Housing Trust
The tribunal struck out all remaining claims brought by a former employee against London & Quadrant Housing Trust after she failed to provide required details, despite having dyslexia.
Dismissed · Dec 2023Dismissed—Dec 2023Branch Manager (8 years' service) v VP Plc (1) and Brandon Hire Station Limited (2)
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a branch manager who used 'dump codes' to circumvent the company's asset tracking system, rejecting his claims of unfair dismissal and whistleblowing.
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 2023Customer Care Assistant / Lead Customer Host (10 years' service) v First Greater Western Limited
A Customer Care Assistant with 10 years' service was unfairly dismissed after being accused of breaching a COT3 settlement agreement. The tribunal awarded £9,074, but applied a 50% Polkey reduction.
Won · £9,074 · Nov 2023Won£9,074Nov 2023Electrician (2 years' service) v Thames Spark Group Limited
An electrician who raised asbestos safety concerns was dismissed for alleged expense fraud. The tribunal found the dismissal was tainted by whistleblowing and awarded nearly £20,000.
Partial · £19,804 · Nov 2023Partial£19,804Nov 2023Skilled mechanical maintenance fitter (22 years' service) v Vauxhall Motors Ltd
Three skilled maintenance fitters with up to 25 years' service were unfairly dismissed by Vauxhall Motors after a flawed investigation into an anonymous letter about overtime. The tribunal rejected claims of whistleblowing or union-related automatic unfair dismissal.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—Nov 2023Former employee v Bridge Medical Solutions Ltd
Two former employees of Bridge Medical Solutions Ltd have won their claims for automatic unfair dismissal after being sacked for making protected disclosures. The tribunal awarded a total of £27,286 in compensation.
Won · £27,286 · Nov 2023Won£27,286Nov 2023Former employee v The Energy Comparison Service Limited (in creditors voluntary liquidation)
A former employee was awarded over £37,000 after colleagues repeatedly called him 'old man' and 'grandpa', and the company made unauthorised deductions from his wages and failed to pay holiday pay.
Won · £37,874 · Nov 2023Won£37,874Nov 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 2023Assistant Practitioner (22 Jan 2019 – 17 Dec 2020) v Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal dismissed a former NHS assistant practitioner's racial harassment claims, finding the allegations were not supported by evidence and were brought too late. The claimant was ordered to pay £5,000 costs for unreasonable conduct.
Lost · Nov 2023Lost—Nov 2023Live-in carer (32 years' caregiving experience) v Mr Mark Sutton
A live-in carer with 32 years' experience won a whistleblowing detriment claim after raising safety concerns, but her constructive dismissal claim failed. She was awarded £1,775.
Partial · £1,775 · Nov 2023Partial£1,775Nov 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 2023Former employee v Environment Agency
A former employee's unfair dismissal, sex discrimination and whistleblowing claims were thrown out after he presented them almost six years after his employment ended. The tribunal also ordered him to pay £400 in costs.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Trainee car sales executive (2.5 months' service) v Bristol Street First Investments Limited
A trainee car sales executive with 2.5 months' service failed to prove he made a protected disclosure when his father sent an email to the CEO alleging fraud. The tribunal found the email was not a disclosure by the claimant and was not in the public interest.
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 2023General Manager (charity founder) v Like U CIO
A general manager who resigned over a hostile working environment was later dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal found he was wrongfully dismissed but his whistleblowing claim failed because it was brought too late.
Partial · Nov 2023Partial—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 2023Head of Workforce Development and Engagement (resigned) v North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
A head of workforce development who resigned alleging constructive dismissal and whistleblowing had her claims struck out after she repeatedly failed to comply with case management orders and stopped engaging with the tribunal.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—Nov 2023Independent clerk to school admission appeals panels v Royal Borough of Greenwich
A long-serving independent clerk who worked for Royal Borough of Greenwich for 28 years was found to be a worker rather than an employee, meaning her unfair dismissal claim could not proceed. Her remaining claims for holiday pay and expenses were also dismissed as too late.
Dismissed · Nov 2023Dismissed—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 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 2023Registered Manager (later HR, Compliance and Finance) v Riann Care Limited
A registered manager who resigned after her employer restricted her system access following a protected disclosure was not constructively dismissed, the tribunal ruled, but she won £1,309.52 for an unlawful wage deduction.
Partial · £1,310 · Nov 2023Partial£1,310Nov 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 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 2023Former employee v Just Paper Tubes Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was struck out as out of time after she emailed her ET1 form and failed to read the tribunal's automatic reply stating that claims cannot be accepted by email.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 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 assistant (live-in carer) v Lovingangels Care Limited
A live-in care assistant was unfairly dismissed after her role ended when the care recipient moved into a care home. The tribunal found the employer failed to consider furlough and conducted a rubber-stamp appeal.
Partial · £9,378 · Oct 2023Partial£9,378Oct 2023CASS CF10 & Senior Risk Manager (12 days' service) v Global Prime Partners Ltd
A senior risk manager who worked for Global Prime Partners Ltd for just 12 days had her unfair dismissal and race discrimination claims thrown out after the tribunal ruled she was not an employee and her discrimination claim was over three years late.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—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 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 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 2023Software engineer (India-based) v Alten Limited
An Indian-based software engineer who worked for an Indian subsidiary of Alten Limited has had his unfair dismissal and discrimination claims dismissed because the UK tribunal lacked territorial jurisdiction.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Nursery Chef (10 months' service) v Once Upon a Time Day Nurseries Limited
A nursery chef who was dismissed after raising concerns about nursery practices failed in her whistleblowing claims but succeeded in recovering £276.49 that her employer deducted from her wages for outstanding nursery fees without her written consent.
Partial · £276 · Oct 2023Partial£276Oct 2023Machine tool maintenance technician (11 months' service) v Cosworth Ltd
A machine tool maintenance technician with 11 months' service was refused interim relief after being dismissed for unauthorised absence. The tribunal found he did not have a 'pretty good chance' of proving his whistleblowing claim, but allowed the case to proceed to a full hearing.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Former employee v Conwy County Borough Council
An employment tribunal refused to strike out Conwy County Borough Council's response despite persistent delays in providing a List of Issues and disclosure, finding a fair trial was still possible.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Sales & Customer Service Supervisor (Felton, 18 years' service) and Sales & Customer Service Assistant (Smith, 7 years' service) v Britannia Driving School Limited
Two employees who claimed constructive dismissal and unfair dismissal against Britannia Driving School Ltd had their claims dismissed after the tribunal found a TUPE transfer had already moved their employment to another company.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Community development worker (4 months' service) v The Complete Care Group Limited
A community development worker with four months' service was dismissed for missing a shift. The tribunal found the reason was absence, not her protected disclosures.
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 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 2023Head of Policy and Participation (3 years' service) v The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce
A head of policy was automatically unfairly dismissed after giving a newspaper interview criticising her employer's approach to union recognition. The tribunal awarded £6,959 in basic award.
Won · £6,959 · Oct 2023Won£6,959Oct 2023Former employee v Strong Maker Limited
Two former employees of Strong Maker Limited were awarded over £20,000 in total after the tribunal found they were unfairly and automatically unfairly dismissed, with a 25% uplift for the employer's failure to follow the ACAS Code of Practice.
Partial · Oct 2023Partial—Oct 2023Locum Clinical Neuropsychologist (fixed-term contract) v The Disabilities Trust
A locum clinical neuropsychologist's claim for unfair dismissal after sending a 'Letter of Concern' about a former colleague's dismissal has been struck out. The tribunal found the letter was not a qualifying protected disclosure.
Dismissed · Oct 2023Dismissed—Oct 2023Security guard (short service) v Lionhart Security Services Limited
A security guard with only weeks of service was dismissed after being accused of taking items without permission. The tribunal rejected his claims of protected disclosure detriment and notice pay, but awarded £627 for missing written particulars.
Lost · £627 · Oct 2023Lost£627Oct 2023Registered manager (2 years' service) v Laniwyn Care Services Ltd
A registered manager was unfairly dismissed after being told by text to attend a Zoom meeting where she was given two weeks' notice for redundancy. The tribunal found no genuine redundancy and awarded £14,153.
Won · £14,153 · Oct 2023Won£14,153Oct 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 2023Youth Services Manager (2 years' service) v Queen’s Crescent Community Association
A tribunal has dismissed a youth services manager's claim that she was automatically unfairly dismissed for whistleblowing, finding that her concerns about financial mismanagement were not protected disclosures.
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 2023Head of People Services (4 months' service) v Chief Constable of Merseyside Police
A Head of People Services with only four months' service was dismissed for lack of suitability during her probation. The tribunal found no link between her protected disclosures and the dismissal, rejecting claims of automatic unfair dismissal and detriment.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 2023Apprentice beauty therapist (aged 17, less than 3 months' service) v Miss Gemma Boardman trading as House of GB
A 17-year-old apprentice beauty therapist who complained about not receiving rest breaks was dismissed during her trial period. The tribunal found the real reason was a stock incident, not her complaints, so the dismissal was fair.
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 2023Cook (22 years' service) v KZ Catering Ltd
A cook who claimed unauthorised deductions from his wages after being paid only statutory sick pay had his claim dismissed. The tribunal found the employer had discretion over contractual sick pay and had exercised it lawfully.
Lost · Oct 2023Lost—Oct 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 2023Former employee v London Borough of Newham
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was thrown out because he contacted ACAS two days after the three-month deadline, even though he read his dismissal email the day after it was sent.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 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 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 2023Office administrator v Manceps Limited
An office administrator dismissed during her probation period failed to convince a tribunal that her refusal to sign a loan document was a protected disclosure. The interim relief application was refused.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—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 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 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 2023Former employee v Baber Khan
A former employee won over £29,000 for constructive unfair dismissal and wrongful dismissal, but her claims of detriment and automatic unfair dismissal for protected disclosure were dismissed.
Partial · £29,257 · Sept 2023Partial£29,257Sept 2023Restaurant manager (6 months' service) v 11 Berkeley Street Ltd T/a Jeru Restaurant
A restaurant manager with six months' service who reported mouse droppings and chef misconduct was not automatically unfairly dismissed, but won £3,201 for unpaid tronc and holiday pay.
Partial · £3,201 · Sept 2023Partial£3,201Sept 2023Former employee v BAE Systems (Operations) Limited
A former employee's whistleblowing detriment claims against BAE Systems have been partially struck out as out of time, but her constructive dismissal and some other claims can proceed.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 2023Former employee v Italian Catering Concept Ltd
A former employee's constructive unfair dismissal claim was dismissed after neither he nor his former employer, now in liquidation, attended the final hearing or provided any evidence.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Commercial Service Manager (22 years' service) v Denbighshire County Council
A 22-year council employee who set up a private company without telling his employer was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct, the tribunal ruled.
Lost · Sept 2023Lost—Sept 2023Beer delivery van driver (9 months' service) v Forest Road Brewing Company Limited
A beer delivery driver with only nine months' service was automatically unfairly dismissed after repeatedly raising health and safety concerns about overloaded vans. The tribunal awarded £9,436.63 in compensation.
Won · £9,437 · Sept 2023Won£9,437Sept 2023Coach driver (3 years' service) v Seaward Travel Ltd
A coach driver who repeatedly raised concerns about diesel fumes in his minibus and resigned after a poorly handled disciplinary meeting has won his claim for constructive unfair dismissal.
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 2023Former employee (kitchen designer) v Leighton Buzzard Self Storage Ltd t/a Cinch Self Storage
A former kitchen designer's constructive unfair dismissal claim was thrown out after he filed it four months late, with the tribunal finding he could have acted sooner despite seeking advice.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Voting and Engagement Analyst (6 months' service) v Federated Hermes Limited
A fixed-term employee who knew the deadline but delayed because he was unhappy with his draft claim form had his unfair dismissal and discrimination claims thrown out by the tribunal.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—Sept 2023Security Officer (1 year 9 months' service) v Alpha Response (2004) Ltd t/a Red Support Services
A security officer who tried to add two new protected disclosures to his unfair dismissal claim 16 months after presenting his claim was refused by the tribunal, which found it was reasonably practicable to have included them earlier.
Dismissed · Sept 2023Dismissed—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 2023Former employee (2 years' service) v BLE Lighting and Power Ltd
A former employee with two years' service won £2,575.34 in unfair dismissal compensation after losing his company car, even though he found a higher-paying job. The tribunal awarded £4,000 for the car benefit, reduced by 75% for contributory fault.
Won · £2,575 · Sept 2023Won£2,575Sept 2023General manager (3 years' service) v Minories M Limited (in voluntary liquidation)
A general manager who resigned after his grievance was assigned to the manager he complained about, and who was then suspended pending disciplinary proceedings, has won his constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal awarded £4,354.33.
Partial · £4,354 · Sept 2023Partial£4,354Sept 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 2023Trader (7 years' service) v EDF Trading Limited
A trader with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed by EDF Trading Limited after a flawed investigation into an alleged leak of confidential information. The tribunal found the dismissal procedurally unfair but rejected his whistleblowing claim.
Partial · Sept 2023Partial—Sept 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 2023Lead Engagement & Core Production Officer (local authority) v Mosses Community Association Limited (in Voluntary Creditors Liquidation)
A local authority employee was awarded £15,483 after her employer's response was struck out for failing to comply with case management orders, leaving the tribunal unable to hold a fair hearing.
Partial · £15,484 · Sept 2023Partial£15,484Sept 2023Academic Manager (overseas, Qatar) v BAE Systems plc
An Academic Manager working in Qatar for a BAE Systems subsidiary failed to establish that her employment had a sufficiently close connection to Great Britain. The tribunal struck out her claims of unfair dismissal, sex discrimination and whistleblowing.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—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 Tricrest Homes Limited
A former employee of Tricrest Homes Limited has been awarded over £7,000 after being paid less than female colleagues for the same work, leading to his constructive unfair dismissal.
Won · £7,060 · Aug 2023Won£7,060Aug 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 2023Live-in carer (6 years' service) v The Good Care Group London Limited
A live-in carer with six years' service was fairly dismissed for long-term incapacity, the tribunal found. Her claims of whistleblowing and victimisation were dismissed.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 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 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 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 2023Coroner and Claims Officer (4.5 years' service) v North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
An employment tribunal dismissed two whistleblower claims after the claimant repeatedly failed to engage with proceedings and did not attend the final hearing.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Police Inspector and Chief Inspector (17 years' service) v The Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police
A police inspector who raised concerns about the handling of sensitive health data resigned claiming constructive dismissal. The tribunal found he made protected disclosures, but the treatment he suffered was not because of them.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Pre-school employees (manager and staff) v Management Committee of St Philips Community Centre
Four pre-school employees claimed unfair dismissal after redundancy, but the tribunal first had to decide who their employer was – the management committee, the church council, or individuals.
Remitted · Aug 2023Remitted—Aug 2023Care home employee v Llysywaun Ltd
A care home employee who was unfairly dismissed for raising food hygiene and safeguarding concerns won her liability case, but the remedy claim was dismissed when she did not attend the hearing.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Project Manager (charity sector, 1 year 5 months' service) v Blackpool Community Homeless Project
A project manager who made six protected disclosures about financial irregularities and safety failings at a homeless charity was automatically unfairly dismissed. The tribunal awarded £5,000 compensation.
Won · £5,000 · Aug 2023Won£5,000Aug 2023Beauty Consultant (zero-hours contract) v E’Quipe Japan Limited
A Chinese beauty consultant who claimed she was dismissed because of her race after an argument with Arabic customers has had her claim struck out. The tribunal found no link between her treatment and her race.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Former employee v Riverside Surgery
A former employee's claim for automatically unfair dismissal was struck out after she failed to pay a £500 deposit ordered by the tribunal. The GP surgery also won costs of £3,036.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Former employees (family-run supermarket) v Medsun Food Ltd
Three employees were fairly dismissed for a roof confrontation and assault, but a fourth was unfairly dismissed for taking goods without payment. The tribunal reduced her compensation to zero due to her conduct.
Partial · Aug 2023Partial—Aug 2023Lift engineer's mate (5 months' service) v Lift Gear Engineering Limited
A lift engineer who raised safety concerns about unqualified workers was automatically unfairly dismissed. The tribunal awarded £12,609.52, including a 25% ACAS uplift for the employer's failure to follow disciplinary procedures.
Partial · £12,610 · Aug 2023Partial£12,610Aug 2023Former employee v Change Grow Live
A former employee's unfair dismissal, whistleblowing and discrimination claims have been struck out after being brought too late, with the tribunal also citing unreasonable conduct. The respondent was awarded £5,000 in costs.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—Aug 2023Software developer (contractor, 6 weeks' service) v Sky UK Limited
A software developer who raised concerns about multi-user discrimination in a Slack channel has lost his whistleblowing claim after the tribunal found his message did not amount to a protected disclosure of information.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 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 2023Former employee v Firstport Property Services Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Firstport Property Services Ltd was struck out after they failed to provide disclosure despite an unless order. The tribunal also ordered them to pay £500 in costs.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—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 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 2023Former employee v Department for Education
A former employee who filed eight separate claims against the Department for Education and others has had all claims struck out after the tribunal found his conduct scandalous, unreasonable and vexatious.
Dismissed · Aug 2023Dismissed—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 2023Human Resources Business Partner v Romac Logistics Limited
A tribunal has refused an employer's attempt to strike out claims of disability discrimination and victimisation brought by an autistic HR Business Partner who was dismissed after raising concerns about missing right-to-work documents.
Lost · Aug 2023Lost—Aug 2023Charity shop manager (4 months' service) v Restore (Cumbria)
A charity shop manager with just four months' service was automatically unfairly dismissed after querying her pay. The tribunal awarded £17,956 in compensation.
Partial · £17,956 · Jul 2023Partial£17,956Jul 2023Former employee v Best Time Limited
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Best Time Limited was struck out after she missed the time limit to contact ACAS and failed to explain the delay.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 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 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 2023Caretaker (15 years' service) v Islington Borough Council
A caretaker dismissed after 15 months' sickness absence lost his unfair dismissal claim, but was awarded £1,628.02 for unpaid holiday pay.
Partial · £1,628 · Jul 2023Partial£1,628Jul 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 2023Bus driver (7 months' service) v Diamond Bus (North West) Limited
A bus driver with seven months' service was automatically unfairly dismissed after he raised grievances about unpaid travel time and working time breaches. The tribunal awarded £4,335.28.
Partial · £4,335 · Jul 2023Partial£4,335Jul 2023Cleaner (2 years' service) v M & I t/a Jetmaid Cleaning Services Ltd
A cleaner with two years' service was dismissed by text message after calling in sick. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair and awarded £8,192.72.
Won · £8,193 · Jul 2023Won£8,193Jul 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 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 2023Care worker (2 years' service) v Enlightenment Care Services
A care worker who was dismissed after making a protected disclosure has won her automatic unfair dismissal claim after her employer failed to respond to the tribunal claim on time. She was awarded £15,722.
Won · £15,722 · Jul 2023Won£15,722Jul 2023Former employee v Trafford College Group
A former employee who resigned and claimed constructive dismissal for whistleblowing and health and safety reasons has lost her case after the tribunal found no evidence of detriment or dismissal for those reasons.
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 2023Taxi driver (school transport driver, 9 years' service) v KingKabs Ltd (formerly Vedamain Ltd)
A tribunal awarded £3,361.96 to a taxi driver who was denied holiday pay and had unauthorised deductions made, but rejected her claims of sex discrimination and detriment for whistleblowing.
Partial · £3,362 · Jul 2023Partial£3,362Jul 2023Former employee (Project Manager, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service Pensions) v Surrey County Council
A tribunal has struck out a former employee's unfair dismissal claim after he deliberately misled the tribunal about a medical appointment and failed to comply with case management orders.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—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 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 Tata Steel UK Limited
A former employee's unfair dismissal claims were dismissed after his solicitor settled via ACAS. The tribunal rejected his argument that the solicitor lacked authority.
Dismissed · Jul 2023Dismissed—Jul 2023Porter (2 months' service) v John Pye and Sons Ltd
A porter who resigned after two months, claiming constructive dismissal for reporting drug use and safety concerns, lost his case. The tribunal found the employer had taken reasonable steps and there was no fundamental breach of contract.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Board-level Health and Safety Director v Wilko Limited
A tribunal has refused to strike out a whistleblowing claim brought by a board-level health and safety director who alleged he was suspended and denied a bonus after raising concerns about storm risks.
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 2023Senior Vice-President, Digital Product and Technology (4 years' service) v Dplay Entertainment Ltd
A senior vice-president was unfairly dismissed after his employer refused to reschedule a final redundancy consultation meeting, instead sending a dismissal email when he couldn't attend due to his mother's medical appointment. The tribunal awarded £658.71 in compensation.
Partial · £659 · Jul 2023Partial£659Jul 2023Field agent (self-employed) v 360Globalnet Ltd
A self-employed field agent who claimed he was dismissed for whistleblowing lost his case after the tribunal ruled he was a worker, not an employee, and that no protected disclosure had caused detriment.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Finance director (38 years' service) v Implex Consultants Ltd
A finance director with 38 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after taking confidential documents from a locked cupboard to help a family member in a legal dispute with his employer. The tribunal rejected his whistleblowing claims.
Lost · Jul 2023Lost—Jul 2023Care home employee v Hilbre Care Ltd (in creditors voluntary liquidation)
A care home employee who was dismissed and subjected to detriments after making a public interest disclosure has been awarded £15,963.47 by the Liverpool Employment Tribunal.
Partial · £15,963 · Jul 2023Partial£15,963Jul 2023Former employee v Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
A former employee's unfair dismissal and most disability discrimination claims were struck out after he presented his claim two days late, due to a misunderstanding of the time limit.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Parish clerk v Tydd St Mary Parish Council
A parish clerk who resigned and claimed constructive dismissal lost her case because the tribunal found she made no public interest disclosures and no breach of contract by the council.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Senior manager (6 years' service) v 221B Limited
A senior manager who was summarily dismissed after her solicitor demanded a £500,000 bonus has won her unfair dismissal claim, but the tribunal said she would have been fairly dismissed after a proper process.
Partial · Jun 2023Partial—Jun 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 2023Senior financial assistant (35 years' service in local government) v Connah’s Quay Town Council
A senior financial assistant with 35 years' service in local government was told she lacked the two-year continuity needed for an ordinary unfair dismissal claim after just one month with a new council. The tribunal dismissed her argument that her contract preserved her previous service.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 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 2023Registered social worker v Trafford Council
A registered social worker who resigned and claimed constructive unfair dismissal after allegedly blowing the whistle has had his claim thrown out. The tribunal found no protected disclosure and no fundamental breach of contract, and ordered him to pay £2,700 in costs.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Civil servant (Higher Officer, Commercial Directorate, HMRC) v HM Revenue and Customs
A long-serving HMRC civil servant who covertly recorded meetings with his manager had his unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claims dismissed after the tribunal found a fair trial was impossible.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Former employee v Riddwood Consulting Engineers Ltd (in voluntary liquidation)
A former employee who made a protected disclosure was unfairly dismissed and suffered detriment. The tribunal awarded over £6,300, including £5,000 for injury to feelings.
Won · £6,302 · Jun 2023Won£6,302Jun 2023Welfare Caseworker (12 years' service) v Luton Irish Forum
A welfare caseworker with 12 years' service lost her claim for detriment and constructive dismissal after the tribunal found that disciplinary proceedings were prompted by her threatening behaviour, not by her protected disclosures.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Deputy Team Manager (social worker, 8 years' service) v East London NHS Foundation Trust
A social worker who resigned claiming constructive dismissal had all her claims struck out after presenting them two weeks late. The tribunal refused amendments and found no reasonable excuse for the delay.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—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 2023Senior Mobility Specialist (14 months' service) v Lets Deel Ltd
A Senior Mobility Specialist who resigned after allegedly being pressured to take on an authorising officer role failed to win interim relief for automatic unfair dismissal. The tribunal found she did not have a 'pretty good chance' of success.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Finance Manager (cruise ship) v Carnival plc (t/a "Carnival UK")
A finance manager who worked on Carnival cruise ships for five years had his unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claims thrown out because his legal employer was a separate Bermuda-based entity, not Carnival plc. The tribunal also found the claims were out of time.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 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 2023Former employee v Société Air France
A former employee's claims for associative race discrimination, constructive unfair dismissal, age discrimination and victimisation were struck out or made subject to a deposit order after the tribunal found they had no reasonable prospects of success.
Dismissed · Jun 2023Dismissed—Jun 2023Sales manager (14 months' service) v Fugro GB Marine Limited
A sales manager who resigned after raising concerns about standard contractual terms lost his unfair dismissal claim when the tribunal found his disclosures were not protected.
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 2023Solicitor (consultant) v Paula Felton t/a Felton Solicitors
A solicitor who alleged his firm was overbilling a client lost his whistleblowing detriment claim. The tribunal found the firm's reasons for ending his contract were genuine and unrelated to his disclosures.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Project Coordinator (12 years' service) v London Borough of Southwark
A project coordinator with 12 years' service was fairly dismissed for failing to declare property ownership on a housing application and providing false information about his brother. The tribunal also dismissed his whistleblowing claim and ordered him to pay £5,000 in costs.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—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 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 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 2023Book-keeper and administrator (5 years' service) v Jewellery Validation Services Ltd
A book-keeper and administrator was unfairly dismissed after her employer used redundancy as a pretext to end her employment following the breakdown of divorce settlement negotiations. The tribunal awarded £8,922.50.
Partial · £8,923 · Jun 2023Partial£8,923Jun 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 2023Lead Referral Coordinator (3 years 8 months' service) v Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
A tribunal dismissed all claims by a Lead Referral Coordinator who resigned and alleged constructive dismissal and detriment for raising patient safety concerns at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Sales Advisor (3 years 9 months' service) v EE Ltd
A sales advisor who resigned after alleging fraud and harassment lost her constructive dismissal and whistleblowing claims. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract, and most detriment claims were out of time.
Lost · Jun 2023Lost—Jun 2023Warehouse operative (7 months' service) v Amazon UK Services Ltd
A warehouse operative who resigned in a phone call but later claimed he had withdrawn his resignation had his unfair dismissal claim struck out. The tribunal found his words were unambiguous and the resignation stood.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—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 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 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 2023Chief Technical Officer (photocatalytic chemistry and nanotechnology R&D) v Environmental Control Coatings Ltd
A chief technical officer who claimed his employment transferred to a new company when his employer ran into difficulties has lost his TUPE claim. The tribunal found no assets, employees or IP had moved.
Lost · May 2023Lost—May 2023Former employee v Al-Khair Foundation
A former employee brought claims for unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and more against Al-Khair Foundation, but all were dismissed as presented too late.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—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 2023Dispenser (20 hours per week) v Wyncroft Surgery (A Partnership)
A part-time dispenser who raised patient safety concerns about medication mix-ups and sabotage was summarily dismissed. The tribunal refused interim relief, finding she did not have a 'pretty good chance' of proving her dismissal was due to whistleblowing.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Restaurant employee (9 years' service) v Red Fortuna Limited, trading as Ciao Baby Restaurant
A 9-year restaurant employee was unfairly dismissed after raising concerns about furlough fraud, but his claim for automatic unfair dismissal due to protected disclosure failed. The tribunal awarded £6,300 in compensation.
Partial · £6,300 · May 2023Partial£6,300May 2023Former employee v Caffyns Plc
A former employee's unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claims were thrown out after he presented them nearly six months out of time, with the tribunal finding no reasonable excuse for the delay.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Compliance Engineer (contractor, 7 months' service) v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd
A contractor at Jaguar Land Rover succeeded in claims of sex-related harassment after a male colleague entered her home while she was in the shower and later sent flowers. The tribunal upheld three of five harassment allegations.
Partial · May 2023Partial—May 2023Former employee v Kindred (London) Limited
A former employee's whistleblowing unfair dismissal claim was struck out after he repeatedly failed to give specific details of his alleged protected disclosures, despite multiple tribunal orders.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Former employee v Avensis Support Limited
A former employee's whistleblowing unfair dismissal claim was dismissed after he failed to attend a preliminary hearing and emailed the tribunal saying he had a new job and did not want to lose it by being a whistleblower.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Former manager v MS and AC Banbury
A former manager's claims for whistleblowing detriment and unauthorised wage deductions were struck out after she presented them late and failed to attend the preliminary hearing.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Locum physiotherapist (agency worker) v Hywel Dda University Local Health Board
A locum physiotherapist who claimed he was unfairly dismissed had his case thrown out after the tribunal found he was a worker, not an employee, and failed to comply with court orders.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Online magazine editor (British citizen, based in Indonesia) v Observatory Southeast Asia Limited
A British citizen who worked remotely from Indonesia for a UK company has won a preliminary ruling that the employment tribunal has territorial jurisdiction over her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims.
Remitted · May 2023Remitted—May 2023Former employee (engineer, 15 years' service) v Transport for London
A former Transport for London engineer had his whistleblowing detriment claim struck out after trying to relitigate a disclosure already decided by a previous tribunal. He was ordered to pay £2,940 in costs for withdrawing the rest late.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Band 6 mental health crisis team worker (3 years' service) v Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
A mental health worker's unfair dismissal and discrimination claims were dismissed as out of time after he waited for union assistance before presenting his claim. The tribunal found he could have acted sooner.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 2023Business Development Manager (7 months' service) v Golden Egg Group Limited
Two business development managers who raised concerns about PAYE and payslips were removed from the company WhatsApp group and blamed for contacting HMRC. The tribunal awarded over £15,000 each for injury to feelings, with a 20% ACAS uplift.
Partial · £15,235 · May 2023Partial£15,235May 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 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 2023Distribution centre HGV driver (2 years' service) v Tesco Stores Limited
An HGV driver who was dismissed for aggressive behaviour after managers contacted him on his personal smartphone without permission has won his unfair dismissal claim, but lost his whistleblowing case. The tribunal found the dismissal was procedurally unfair.
Partial · May 2023Partial—May 2023Lead Design Engineer (12 years' service) v Marshalls Group Limited
A tribunal has ruled that a Lead Design Engineer with 12 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after scoring lowest on a selection matrix. The claim was dismissed in full.
Lost · May 2023Lost—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 2023Fleet and Security Manager (4 years' service) v Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
A Fleet and Security Manager who worked for the British High Commission in Fiji lost his unfair dismissal claim after the tribunal ruled it had no territorial jurisdiction to hear the case.
Dismissed · May 2023Dismissed—May 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 2023Tower crane operator (13 years' service) v London Tower Crane Hire and Sales Limited
A tower crane operator who resigned after being removed from a site without explanation and ignored during sick leave has won his constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal awarded £16,724.72.
Partial · £16,725 · Apr 2023Partial£16,725Apr 2023Mechanical technician (1 year 6 months' service) v United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
A mechanical technician who raised covid-19 safety concerns was investigated for setting up cryptocurrency miners on site. The tribunal dismissed his whistleblowing claim, finding the investigation was about the miners, not his disclosures.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Business analyst (4-5 years' service) v Barclays PLC and others
A business analyst who resigned from Barclays in April 2021 but did not bring his claim until August 2022 had his case dismissed as out of time. The tribunal found his mental health condition did not prevent him from acting sooner.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Former employee v Kentucky Fried Chicken Limited
A wasted costs application against a former employee's solicitors was refused because, although their late responses were negligent, the preliminary hearing would have happened anyway.
Lost · Apr 2023Lost—Apr 2023Solid Surface Fitter (4 years' service) v Howden Joinery Limited
An employment tribunal has rejected an unfair dismissal claim from a solid surface fitter who was dismissed on capability grounds after two years of sickness absence, finding the employer acted reasonably.
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 2023Former employee (school staff) v Al Iman Community Educational Services Ltd.
A school staff member who claimed she was unfairly dismissed after an investigation meeting was found by the tribunal to have resigned voluntarily. Her claim was dismissed and she was ordered to pay £300 in costs.
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 2023Former employee v Revere Riverside Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was struck out after her employer was dissolved and she could not afford the £585 fee to restore it to the register.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Head Housekeeper (3 years' service) v Griffin Catering Services Ltd
A head housekeeper was unfairly dismissed after failing to return from Bulgaria on 48 hours' notice. The tribunal found the appeal was not conducted with an open mind, but reduced compensation by 80% for her contribution.
Partial · £3,202 · Apr 2023Partial£3,202Apr 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 2023Reablement Support Worker (19 months' service) v North East London NHS Foundation Trust
The tribunal dismissed all claims by a former NHS support worker who alleged he was unfairly dismissed for raising concerns about PPE, finding that his disclosures were not protected and his dismissal was due to gross misconduct involving homophobic harassment.
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 2023Trade Counter Sales Manager (2 years 11 months' service) v Charles Watts Engineering Limited
A Trade Counter Sales Manager who raised COVID-19 safety concerns was unfairly dismissed after his employer gathered customer complaints against him. The tribunal found the investigation and disciplinary process were flawed.
Partial · Apr 2023Partial—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 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 2023Former employee v Kloo Ltd
A former employee won £895.99 after being dismissed without notice and having unauthorised deductions taken from his wages. The tribunal found Kloo Ltd in breach of contract.
Partial · £896 · Apr 2023Partial£896Apr 2023Former employee v The Collective (Living) Limited (in administration)
A tribunal dismissed a former employee's claim against her employer's insurer, finding the insurer was entitled to avoid the policy because the employer had dismissed her against legal advice. No damages were awarded.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—Apr 2023Former employee v Rayburn Trading Limited
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was struck out because he did not have two years' continuous service and failed to attend a preliminary hearing or comply with tribunal orders.
Dismissed · Apr 2023Dismissed—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 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 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 2023Temporary employee (agency worker) v Brook Street (UK) Ltd
An agency worker won her claim for unlawful deduction of wages after being paid late for a March 2020 shift, but received no compensation as the sum was paid in May 2020. Her claim that she should have been furloughed was dismissed.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 2023Process Manager (5 years' service) v TFC Holdings London Limited
A Process Manager who had his entire fortnightly pay withheld was constructively dismissed. The Watford tribunal awarded him £54,819.16 for unfair dismissal, notice pay, and pay statement breaches.
Partial · £54,819 · Mar 2023Partial£54,819Mar 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 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 2023Nursery worker (2 years' service) v Bright Eyes Day Care Nursery Ltd.
A nursery worker with two years' service was unfairly dismissed for refusing to work her contractual hours, but her whistleblowing claims failed. She was awarded £959 in compensation.
Partial · £959 · Mar 2023Partial£959Mar 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 2023Senior director (shareholder) v Tower Demolition (Holdings) Ltd
A senior director who made protected disclosures about a fellow director's breaches of duty was automatically unfairly dismissed. The tribunal awarded £121,601.88, including a 25% uplift for failing to follow the ACAS Code.
Won · £121,602 · Mar 2023Won£121,602Mar 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 2023IT/computing lecturer (8 years' service) v Bath College
An IT lecturer with eight years' service claimed he was forced to resign after raising concerns about 'dumbed down' assessments. The tribunal rejected his claims of constructive dismissal and whistleblowing detriment.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Accounts employee (6 years' service) v Defries Associates Ltd
An accounts employee who emailed 298 tenant contact details to an unsecured address was unfairly dismissed because no disciplinary procedure was followed, but a 100% contributory fault finding reduced his compensation to just £1,361.54.
Partial · £1,362 · Mar 2023Partial£1,362Mar 2023Paramedic (employed from 2 Feb 2015, paramedic from 1 Aug 2016) v South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
A paramedic who claimed he was constructively dismissed for blowing the whistle over reduced supernumerary training hours has lost his case. The tribunal found only one of his disclosures was protected and caused no detriment.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—Mar 2023Manager in Learning Disability Services (5 years' service) v Guideposts Trust Limited
A manager with 5 years' service had multiple discrimination and unfair dismissal claims struck out after failing to pay deposit orders totalling £125 per claim. The tribunal found some claims had little reasonable prospect of success.
Partial · Mar 2023Partial—Mar 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 2023Warehouse Partner (4 weeks' service) v John Lewis plc
A warehouse partner who was sacked after just four weeks for using a false name and lying about previous employment had his unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claims struck out by the Reading Employment Tribunal.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Agency worker (approximately 2 years' service) v Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd
An agency worker who took photographs of alleged health and safety breaches and had a job offer revoked over a mistaken firearms conviction has lost his whistleblowing claim. The tribunal found he did not make a protected disclosure.
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 Active Assistance Limited; Staff Management Limited
A former employee who hung up on the tribunal clerk and ignored repeated attempts to contact her had her unfair dismissal claim thrown out for non-attendance.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—Mar 2023Prison Custody Officer (2 years 10 months' service) v Serco Limited
A prison custody officer's unfair dismissal claim was struck out because she submitted her ET1 without an ACAS early conciliation certificate, and the defect could not be cured by later providing one.
Dismissed · Mar 2023Dismissed—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 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 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 2023Mobile patrol officer (5 years' service) v G4S Secure Solutions (UK) Ltd
A mobile patrol officer who gave a dishonest account of a collision while using his mobile phone and not wearing a seatbelt has lost his unfair dismissal claim against G4S Secure Solutions (UK) Ltd.
Lost · Mar 2023Lost—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 2023HART Paramedic (7 years' service) v South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
A HART paramedic with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after developing PTSD from a training incident. The tribunal awarded £26,087 in compensation.
Partial · £26,087 · Mar 2023Partial£26,087Mar 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 2023General medical practitioner (2 years' service) v Japan Green Medical Centre Limited
A GP with two years' service was unfairly dismissed in a flawed redundancy process. The tribunal awarded £78,857 but rejected his whistleblowing claims, finding redundancy was the true reason.
Partial · £78,858 · Mar 2023Partial£78,858Mar 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 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 2023Headteacher (10 years' service) v The Governing Body of St Charles RC Primary School
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a headteacher with 10 years' service who was found to have smelled of alcohol and left children unsupervised. The school's investigation, though lengthy, was deemed reasonable.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Crime Scene Investigator (13 years' service) v Chief Constable of Wiltshire Police
A Crime Scene Investigator with 13 years' service resigned after his employer failed to act on a grievance report that backed his health and safety concerns. The tribunal found he was constructively unfairly dismissed.
Partial · Feb 2023Partial—Feb 2023Taproom manager (4 months' service) v Belleville Brewing Limited
A taproom manager with four months' service who raised concerns about reopening during Covid-19 regulations was dismissed, but the tribunal found he had not made a protected disclosure.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Support worker v Pathway for Care Ltd
A support worker who resigned after being suspended following a physical intervention incident lost his claim for constructive unfair dismissal and detriment because of a protected disclosure about a resident's safety.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Former employee v Wellington for Langley Hall
A former employee's claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination were struck out after the tribunal found they were presented over a year after her employment ended, and she failed to attend the hearing.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Senior Sector Analyst (2 years' service) v ING Bank N.V.
A Senior Sector Analyst who worked in Moscow for an ING subsidiary could not bring his constructive dismissal claim against the Dutch parent company in the UK. The tribunal ruled it had no territorial jurisdiction.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 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 2023Cabin crew (fixed-term contract) v Easyjet Airline Company Ltd
A fixed-term cabin crew member who raised health and safety concerns during the pandemic lost her whistleblowing detriment claim after the tribunal found no evidence that Easyjet's actions were motivated by her protected disclosure.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—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 2023Scientist (agency worker) v UK Health Security Agency
A scientist who worked for the UK Health Security Agency via an umbrella company was not an employee, the tribunal ruled, striking out her claim for automatically unfair dismissal over protected disclosures.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—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 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 2023Former employee v Claim Time Limited t/a Claim Time Solicitors
A former employee who fabricated protected disclosures and pursued false allegations against his employer has had his unfair dismissal claim thrown out and been ordered to pay £17,650 in costs.
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 2023Former employee v International Television Channel Limited
A tribunal refused to strike out an unfair dismissal claim despite the claimant's failure to comply with case management orders for months, because a fair hearing was still possible and less drastic measures could be used.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—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 2023Former employee v First Rail Holdings Limited
A tribunal has refused a costs application by First Rail Holdings Limited against a former employee whose unfair dismissal claim was struck out, finding his genuine belief in the claim meant he did not act vexatiously.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—Feb 2023Personal Wellness Trainer (3 years 8 months' service) v The Wellness Zone Ltd t/a Klnik
A personal wellness trainer who resigned and claimed constructive unfair dismissal has had her claim thrown out, with the tribunal finding she made false allegations and was not forced to quit. She was ordered to pay £20,000 in costs.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—Feb 2023Senior vehicle engineer (16 years' service) v London General Transport Services Limited t/a Go-Ahead London
A senior vehicle engineer with 16 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his employer relied on a stale medical report. The tribunal awarded £12,473.64 but found he would have been fairly dismissed 7 weeks later.
Partial · £12,474 · Feb 2023Partial£12,474Feb 2023Former employee (service manager) v Enable Care Services (South Wales) Ltd
A former service manager's unfair dismissal claim was struck out after she failed to attend a case management hearing and did not comply with subsequent tribunal orders. Her application for reconsideration was refused.
Dismissed · Feb 2023Dismissed—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 2023Finance director (5 years' service) v Next Steps Independence Ltd
A finance director who raised concerns about safeguarding was suspended and forced to resign. The tribunal found he was constructively dismissed because of his public interest disclosures.
Won · Feb 2023Won—Feb 2023Former employee v Bright Blue Foods Limited
A tribunal confirmed a costs order against a former employee even though the strike-out application was heard at a private hearing, which was a procedural error. The employee's reconsideration application was refused.
Lost · Feb 2023Lost—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 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 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 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 2023Administrative assistant and library assistant (7 months' service) v John Colet School
An employment tribunal struck out an administrative assistant's unfair dismissal claim after she behaved disruptively, made unfounded allegations, and repeatedly failed to provide further particulars despite multiple orders.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 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 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 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 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 2023Registered nurse / swabber (agency worker) v Hearts First Ambulance Ltd (1), Collinson Group (2)
A registered nurse working as a swabber at a COVID-19 testing site claimed she was removed after raising health and safety concerns, but the tribunal found she did not make any protected disclosures and was removed due to a dispute over a break rota.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 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 2023Former employee v Vision on Services GB Ltd
A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was struck out after he failed to attend a preliminary hearing, despite being warned that non-attendance could lead to strike-out. No compensation was awarded.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 2023Quality assurance engineer (12 years' service) v Bridgehead Software Ltd
A quality assurance engineer with 12 years' service lost his unfair dismissal claim because he filed it one day late, and the tribunal refused to extend time despite his autism spectrum diagnosis.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—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 2023Prison officer v Secretary of State for Justice
Two prison officers at HMP Belmarsh were dismissed for gross misconduct after a physical altercation with a prisoner. The tribunal upheld the dismissals, finding the employer's investigation and disciplinary process were within the range of reasonable responses.
Lost · Jan 2023Lost—Jan 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 2023Health Care Assistant (bank staff, mental health) v Cornwall Partnership NHS Trust
A bank health care assistant at an NHS trust was de-registered after raising concerns about patients' neglected animals. The tribunal ruled she suffered a detriment for making protected disclosures.
Won · £20,713 · Jan 2023Won£20,713Jan 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 2023Retail assistant (15 years' service) v Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Ltd
A 15-year retail assistant had her entire claim struck out after failing to respond to a strike-out warning and not complying with case management orders. The tribunal had already dismissed her race discrimination claims and refused to add a whistleblowing complaint.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 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 2023Clinical deputy manager (senior nurse) v Bagshot Rehab Centre Limited
A clinical deputy manager who raised concerns about training and patient safety was dismissed after just 18 days at work. The tribunal rejected his whistleblowing claim, finding his disclosures were not made with a reasonable belief of legal breaches.
Dismissed · Jan 2023Dismissed—Jan 2023Front of House Supervisor (1 year 5 months' service) v TBB Leisure Limited
A front of house supervisor who named the wrong respondent on her claim form has had her unfair dismissal claim reinstated after the tribunal found the error was compounded by administrative delays.
Partial · Jan 2023Partial—Jan 2023Chief Executive Officer (7 years' service) v Milton Keynes Development Partnership LLP
A CEO with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed when his employer rejected his proposed reduced-hours alternative without proper consideration. The tribunal found the redundancy process procedurally flawed but applied a 75% Polkey deduction.
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 2023IT Service Desk Manager (2 years' service) v Keltbray Ltd
An IT Service Desk Manager with two years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after being placed in a pool of one. His claims that the dismissal was due to protected disclosures about Covid-19 safety were rejected by the tribunal.
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