Lee-Shields v Exquisite Displays Limited [2024]

Posted In: Case Law
  • Decision Number
    2601609/2022
  • Legal Body
    Employment Tribunal (ET)
  • Type of Claim / Jurisdiction
    Dismissal, Family Friendly Rights
Issues covered: Unfair Dismissal; Caring Responsibilities

Summary Description: 

A successful constructive dismissal case when management questioned the caring responsibilities of the claimant and the effect on the workplace.  

Background: 

The claimant began work for the respondent in 2003 and worked as a ‘coverer’ which involved making and covering jewellery displays.  

The claimant has a large family and in May 2021 she stepped in to become a carer for a great-grandchildThe child was placed with her by social servicesThere were issues with the child at pre-school and this placed great stress on the claimant.   The respondent was aware of the situation with the caring responsibility

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This article is correct at 23/05/2024
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