In a recent case, a man alleged that a male colleague had sexually harassed him. The employer argued that as the behaviour was “man to man”, he could not have been offended by it. What view did the
tribunal take on this?
Published 13.04.2012
A female employee who was told by a male colleague that she be should be “back at home in the kitchen” has been awarded £2,600 by the tribunal. Why did that comment lead to so much compensation?
Published 10.05.2019
Staff often look for ways to lighten the workplace mood. But what if a female employee’s solution is to display a calendar featuring scantily-clad men? Is this just a bit of harmless fun or are you
breaking the law?
Published 06.10.2009
A female employee complains she’s being sexually harassed. You’re worried that you could be liable so believe her and dismiss her colleague. Safe?
Published 24.02.2005
Since December 2003, gay workers have been protected from unfair dismissal as a result of their sexual orientation. What lessons can you learn from one of the first cases to be heard under this new
legislation?
Published 29.06.2006
In a 2018 case, the employee claimed harassment after he was called a “fat ginger pikey” by co-workers. However, he lost his appeal at the Employment Appeal Tribunal. Why was this?
Published 19.11.2018
When a male solicitor complemented a female colleague about her LinkedIn picture she accused him of making a sexist comment. When does a flattering remark about someone’s appearance cross the legal
line?
Published 02.10.2015
Many people meet their partner through work. But what if one employee shows an interest in another yet their feelings aren’t reciprocated? Is this one for Cupid to sort out, or could you be under a
duty to intervene?
Published 21.04.2010
The Employment Appeal Tribunal has said that an off-the-cuff remark about an employee’s sexual orientation is unlikely to amount to harassment. A good news decision, but what happens when the
Equality Act 2010 comes into force?
Published 25.08.2010
An employee who was sacked after he used his work toilet when a cleaner was present and then failed to flush afterwards has lost his tribunal claim for unfair dismissal. Why were there solid grounds
for dismissal in this case?
Published 14.02.2022