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#asthma
5 cases tagged Asthma.
Nursery nurse who refused to self-isolate during pandemic loses constructive dismissal claim
A nursery nurse who resigned after receiving a final written warning for refusing to self-isolate despite being advised to do so has lost her constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims.
Asthma and hypertension found to be disabilities; arteriosclerosis and cardiomyopathy not
A preliminary hearing ruled that a former employee's asthma and hypertension were disabilities under the Equality Act, but arteriosclerosis and cardiomyopathy were not. No damages awarded as this was a preliminary issue.
Production operative dismissed after long-term sickness: capability process held fair
A production operative with 7 years' service was fairly dismissed on capability grounds after an extensive search for alternative roles failed, the tribunal ruled.
Medical secretary loses constructive dismissal claim after grievance investigation found no bullying
A medical secretary with 11.5 years' service resigned claiming bullying by her manager, but the tribunal found the employer's investigation was reasonable and there was no breach of trust and confidence.
Warehouse agent dismissed while still on sick leave: lack of communication made dismissal unfair
A part-time warehouse agent with asthma was unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to tell her that training would be provided for an office-based role. The tribunal awarded £1,010.28 in basic award but dismissed her disability discrimination claim.