Disciplinary
Unfairly blamed for rule breach when following management instruction
You would be justified in feeling aggrieved if asked to do something by your boss only to later face disciplinary action for doing exactly what you had been asked to do.
Like millions of oth...
Should I smile if caught on camera at work?
Revealing CCTV footage played a central role in the resignation of Matt Hancock, so it is worth focusing and taking a much closer look at the use of surveillance cameras in...
What can an employer do about an office romance?
Matt Hancock’s widely publicised breach of social-distancing guidelines put paid to his tenure as health secretary and highlighted the peril of workplace romances.
He handed ...
Letting personal feelings get in the way of a fair disciplinary process
Family fallouts can be very bitter, add work to the mix and things can get even nastier.
Linda worked for a company owned by her brother-in-law and got caught up in the mess w...
The importance of taking time to understand disciplinary issues
An employee facing the threat of dismissal for poor punctuality will have severely tested the patience of any reasonable employer.
But, when Charlie found himse...
Creating an ugly mess of a disciplinary case
When sculpture technician Carlton was fired on the spot he knew it was not right.
Despite this, Carlton’s biggest fight was challenging the decision and battli...
News 3 - 10 June May 2021
News 3 - 10 June May 2021
Here is the news.
We have much to catch up on so let’s get right into it. Our first story in this edition looks at...
A painful disciplinary process with a pain free ending.
We all know right from wrong and often you don’t need to be an expert to identify when you are being treated unfairly at work.
Dental receptionist Fa...
Clearing up a disciplinary mess after birthday celebrations
It’s not uncommon for an employer to confuse what may be a genuine mistake for misconduct - and it can lead to serious trouble for an employee.
Wendy had worked as a cleaner at her local commun...
Finding the right words to resolve a disciplinary case
We all like to hear a bit of workplace gossip but there can be situations where things really get out of hand and lead to serious trouble.
Spreading malicious rumours about a colleague can be co...
A welcome final destination to an unwelcome trip through the disciplinary process
When medical sales rep Jesse was threatened with dismissal for failing to report damage to his company vehicle he faced a difficult journey to justice.
The serious allegation was levelled agains...
Picking apart a disciplinary case to ensure justice prevails
Factory supervisor Maria insisted she was firm but fair, while a colleague claimed she was a bully - it was a difference in opinion that left her fighting to save her job.
Maria had been in char...
Finding the hidden evidence in a message to ensure justice is served
Marketing executive Selina knew the value of words, creating a good impression and the importance of sending the right message.
So, it can be seen as ironic that an inappropriate WhatsApp messag...
Can my employer make me have the Covid vaccine?
A question many employees are likely to ask in the coming weeks and months is: can my employer make me have the Covid vaccine?
The coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has been devastating and c...
Finding the right words to get a fair outcome when banter causes a problem
How people act and talk in work can create huge problems when it comes to determining what is inappropriate behaviour.
Most workplaces will have what is considered a culture of ‘banter’ in which...
New rules but same old problem with an unfair disciplinary process.
Last year saw dramatic changes to the way in which we now work and the introduction of strict new workplace rules, which left Sheena fighting to save her job.
Restaurant worker Sheena was suspen...
Correcting a disciplinary process that sends out the wrong message.
Despite the many advances in technology, the text message has not yet become a suitable replacement for a disciplinary hearing.
Maintenance Technician Des was fired by text after an expletive-la...
A disciplinary process that was a crying shame.
Failing to care for a distressed and injured child is one of the most devastating allegations a nursery worker can face.
It was an allegation levelled against Sophie when she faced what she b...
Good recovery from ill-informed disciplinary outcome
What an employer knew and when it knew can be the key in getting justice for an employee subjected to unfair disciplinary action.
Following a disciplinary hearing Josie was dismissed for failing...
Monitoring remote workers in the comfort of their own homes
Employers have the right to observe employees at work, but they may need to adapt if they wish to do so for those now working from home.We are well aware that CCTV is fitted throughout workplaces, ...
