Whyley v Gypsumtools Ltd [2023]
Posted In: Case Law-
Decision Number
Case No: 2601632/2021 -
Legal Body
Employment Tribunal (ET) -
Type of Claim / Jurisdiction
Dismissal
Background:
The claimant commenced employment as a Stores Assistant/Taping Tool Repair Technician in April 2018 and was dismissed on 31st March 2021. The respondent argued that they had a fair reason, namely some other substantial reason, due to the adverse impact on the business as a result of a video which appeared on Social Media.
Joe Cooper from the respondent carried out an unsolicited search of the claimant’s name on the internet and it brought up a video and photograph noted as ‘The Hunted One’. The video shows the claimant being approached while in his car where he is questioned about his intentions. The questioning relating to the
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