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#misconduct
17 cases tagged Misconduct.
Branch manager dismissed for using 'dump codes' to bypass asset tracking system
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.
Senior engineer dismissed for laptop misuse: unfair dismissal claim rejected
An employment tribunal has rejected claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination and victimisation brought by a BT engineer dismissed for breaching IT policies, but upheld claims for unpaid overtime and holiday pay totalling £4,666.81.
18-year bar staff member dismissed after final warning: tribunal upholds conduct dismissal
An employment tribunal found that Meanwood Conservative Club acted fairly when it dismissed a bar worker with 18 years' service for failing to improve her attitude towards the club secretary, following a final written warning.
Gymnastics coach dismissed by text for poaching gymnasts: unfair dismissal with 75% reduction
A gymnastics coach who encouraged gymnasts to leave for a rival club was unfairly dismissed by text message, but her compensation was cut by 75% for her own misconduct. She was awarded £167.08.
Trainee nursing associate dismissed while on sick leave: procedural unfairness but no compensation
A trainee nursing associate was unfairly dismissed after a disciplinary hearing went ahead while she was signed off sick following her mother's death. The tribunal found the process unfair but awarded no compensation, ruling she would have been dismissed anyway.
Work coach dismissed for accessing his own benefits account: disability discrimination claim fails
A work coach with one year's service was dismissed for accessing his own Universal Credit account from his work laptop. The tribunal rejected his claims of disability discrimination, finding he had committed the misconduct.
Quality inspector dismissed for using micrometer against instructions: misconduct dismissal upheld
A quality inspector with six years' service was fairly dismissed after using a micrometer to measure dies, despite a final warning for non-compliance. The tribunal found the employer acted within the range of reasonable responses.
Employment tribunal strikes out claims after former employee insists on criminal investigation first
A former employee's unfair dismissal and discrimination claims against Govia Thameslink Railway were struck out after he repeatedly refused to proceed without a prior criminal investigation by MI5 or the Serious Fraud Office.
Dismissed after final written warning: pattern of misconduct justified
A development engineer with 4 years' service was fairly dismissed after a final written warning and further complaints about his behaviour. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision.
Club secretary dismissed for sexual harassment after 20 years: fair dismissal upheld
A club secretary with 20 years' service was fairly dismissed for misconduct after two female employees alleged sexual touching. The tribunal found the golf club's investigation and decision were within the range of reasonable responses.
Unit manager dismissed for leaving petrol station unattended: dismissal upheld
A Waitrose unit manager with 18 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after leaving a petrol filling station without a duty manager or keyholder present. The tribunal rejected his unfair dismissal claim.
Senior salesperson dismissed for 'race card' comment and conduct towards child customers
A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a senior salesperson with 9 years' service after he made a 'race card' comment to street wardens and acted intimidatorily towards two schoolboys in the store.
Service Delivery Manager unfairly dismissed after employer failed to contest claim
A Service Delivery Manager was unfairly dismissed for alleged misconduct and awarded £20,927 after his employer failed to respond to the tribunal claim. The award covered lost earnings and future loss.
Milk theft on CCTV: dismissal upheld as fair despite inconsistent explanations
An employment tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a milk delivery driver who was caught on CCTV removing milk from customers' doorsteps. The respondent's investigation and decision were within the range of reasonable responses.
Final written warning and restricted redeployment led to unfair dismissal
A plaster technician with 11 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a disciplinary panel imposed a final written warning and redeployment, but an appeal panel restricted redeployment to non-clinical roles without consulting him. Tribunal awarded £22,335.09.
Director of Engineering made redundant after family leave: unfair process but no automatic unfair dismissal
A director with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a flawed redundancy process, but the tribunal rejected his claim that he was targeted because of his family leave. He was awarded £16,516.
Bus driver dismissed for failing to stop at white bus stop: a fair conduct dismissal
A bus driver who twice failed to service the first stop on his route was fairly dismissed, the Watford Employment Tribunal has ruled. No compensation was awarded.