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Nurse wins £25k payout after dismissal for eye-roll

A dental nurse from Greater Manchester has been awarded £25,000 in an employment tribunal after she was unfairly dismissed for an alleged eye-roll, a case highlighting toxic workplace culture.

EasyJet manager sacked over 'banter' wins tribunal case

An EasyJet manager fired for 'inappropriate banter' with his team has triumphed in an unfair dismissal claim. An employment tribunal ruled the airline failed to investigate properly, in a case that questions corporate culture and HR procedures.

Co-op worker wins unfair dismissal case over radio

A Co-op warehouse employee who was sacked for switching off a Michael Jackson track has been awarded nearly £20,000 after a tribunal ruled his dismissal was unfair. The case highlights the limits of managerial control over the workplace radio.

Driver wins unfair dismissal case over failed drug test

A delivery driver sacked for a positive cannabis test has triumphed in a surprise employment tribunal ruling, which found his dismissal was unfair. The tense legal battle centred on procedural flaws in the testing process.

MoD Worker Sues Colleagues Over 'Good Luck' Card

A Ministry of Defence civil servant is taking six colleagues to an employment tribunal, alleging a farewell card signed with messages like 'good luck' and 'all the best' was a calculated act of bullying and harassment in a case that could redefine workpla

Man wins unfair dismissal case over WhatsApp comment

A UK man was unfairly dismissed after rating a female colleague's appearance on a private WhatsApp group. The tribunal ruled the company's investigation was flawed, setting a precedent for workplace social media use.

NHS Solicitor Wins Tribunal Over Freezing Office

Leila Ayad, an NHS solicitor, successfully sued her employer for subjecting her to 'intolerable' cold working conditions, winning over £8,000 in a landmark employment tribunal case.

Labour to ban 'fire and rehire' in first 100 days

EXCLUSIVE: Dame Angela Eagle tells the Mirror a future Labour government will ban the controversial 'fire and rehire' tactics, branding them a 'national scandal' that exploits workers. The bold pledge signals a major pro-worker shift in UK employment law.

Labour MSP suspended after indecent images charges

Scottish Labour politician Colin Smyth has been suspended from the party following his arrest and subsequent charging in connection with alleged indecent images. The South Scotland MSP was apprehended by Police Scotland and released on an undertaking to a

Scottish Labour MSP arrested and charged over indecent images

Scottish Labour MSP Colin Smyth has been suspended by the party after being arrested and charged by Police Scotland in connection with alleged indecent images. The South Scotland representative was released on an undertaking to appear in court at a later

Wetherspoons manager unfairly sacked over staff discount

A former Wetherspoons manager was dismissed for 'gross misconduct' after purchasing a discounted meal for a colleague. An employment tribunal has now ruled her sacking was unfair, exposing a severe disciplinary overreach by the pub chain.

Scotland women's rugby team eyes World Cup glory

Scotland's women's rugby team, led by head coach Bryan Easson, is gearing up to make a strong impression at the upcoming Rugby World Cup. With a mix of experienced players and fresh talent, the squad is determined to showcase their skills on the global st

Met Office warns of transport chaos in Scotland

The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings for Scotland, prompting Transport Scotland to urge travellers to prepare for significant disruptions. Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to cause chaos on roads and railways.

Yousaf defends Police Scotland's protest approach

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf has defended Police Scotland's approach to managing protests, following backlash over recent demonstrations. Critics argue the force has been too lenient, but Yousaf insists officers have acted 'appropriately'.

Trump’s Scotland visit sparks controversy

Former US President Donald Trump’s visit to Scotland has drawn criticism and police attention, with political leaders questioning the timing and motives behind his trip.

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