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7 cases tagged Self Isolation.
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.
Dismissed for fraud after NHS app self-isolation alert: tribunal upholds employer's decision
A production operative dismissed for gross misconduct after an NHS COVID-19 app self-isolation alert was found to be fairly dismissed. The tribunal ruled the employer's investigation and belief in fraud were reasonable.
Carer who resigned via WhatsApp after COVID-19 self-isolation dispute loses constructive dismissal claim
A carer who sent a WhatsApp message saying 'I'm done' after a disagreement about self-isolation and pay has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract by her employer.
Employee with anxiety and depression found disabled despite lack of GP visits
A tribunal ruled that a team leader with anxiety and depression was disabled under the Equality Act, even though she managed her condition through self-help and avoided regular doctor visits.
Self-isolation pay owed but whistleblowing unfair dismissal claim fails
A personal assistant who was required to stay home after her son developed a cough was owed £110.79 in pay, but her whistleblowing unfair dismissal claim was rejected because the redundancy decision came before the protected disclosure.
Butcher dismissed for attending work after positive COVID test: dismissal unfair but compensation cut by 75%
A butcher with 12 years' service was summarily dismissed for coming to work after testing positive for COVID-19. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair but reduced compensation by 75% for contributory fault.
Security officer dismissed for attending work with Covid-19 symptoms wins unfair dismissal claim
A security officer with 14 years' service was unfairly dismissed after attending work while awaiting a Covid-19 test result. The tribunal found the investigation was flawed and the outcome predetermined.