Fire chief wins unfair dismissal case after phone incident
A fire service manager who was sacked after throwing a disabled man's mobile phone into a hedge has been awarded nearly £20,000 after an employment tribunal ruled his dismissal was unfair.
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Manager sued after missing congratulatory WhatsApp message
A London property manager is taking her former employer to an employment tribunal, alleging discrimination after being dismissed for failing to send a congratulatory WhatsApp message on the company's one-year anniversary.
Police probe London Fire Brigade over Hounslow blaze
Metropolitan Police launches criminal probe following devastating Hounslow blaze as London Fire Brigade faces scrutiny over emergency response procedures.
80 firefighters battle major Forest Hill commercial blaze
Dramatic firefighting operation in southeast London as crews tackle significant commercial building fire with ten fire engines deployed to the scene.
Worker sacked for Irish accent wins discrimination case
A Dublin-born warehouse worker has secured a substantial compensation package after being dismissed just hours into his new role because his Irish accent was 'too difficult to understand' by management.
Major Fire at Poundland Store in South London
Dramatic scenes in Penge as fire crews tackle intense blaze at Poundland retail store, with thick black smoke visible for miles across southeast London.
Sculpture worker sacked after safety complaint
A former worker at the iconic London sculpture claims he was unfairly dismissed after raising critical safety concerns about the artwork's maintenance and management practices.
Irish worker wins unfair dismissal case over accent
A London-based Irish employee has won an unfair dismissal claim after being fired for his accent, in a case highlighting workplace discrimination.
NHS manager sacked after misconduct report wins £27k
A healthcare manager dismissed just days after reporting her boss's husband for sexual misconduct has been awarded £27,000 in a groundbreaking employment tribunal case that exposes serious workplace governance failures.
London Fire Brigade faces government intervention over safety
The London Fire Brigade is under government scrutiny after inspectors identified serious operational weaknesses, prompting potential intervention from Whitehall to address safety concerns.
Beckenham Odeon Cinema Fire: Major Blaze Engulfs Building
Dramatic fire engulfs historic Odeon cinema in Beckenham as 70 firefighters battle massive blaze. Emergency services rush to scene amid road closures and safety warnings.
Fire worker wins unfair dismissal case over Tesco altercation
A London Fire Brigade employee dismissed for gross misconduct after a Tesco altercation has been awarded nearly £12,000 for unfair dismissal, with a tribunal ruling the sanction was disproportionate.
ABC pays huge payout after illegal sacking of journalist
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has been ordered to make a significant compensation payment to presenter Antoinette Lattouf, after the Fair Work Commission found she was illegally dismissed just three days into a temporary role following complaint
Foodhub loses tribunal over Egypt remote work dismissal
An employment tribunal rules against Foodhub for unfair dismissal after the company fired an employee for working remotely from Egypt without authorisation, sparking debate on modern work practices.
Subway manager wins unfair dismissal case over leftover food
A Melbourne Subway manager unfairly dismissed for allowing employees to eat leftover sandwiches at the end of their shift has been awarded compensation in a landmark fair work case.
Sacked for working from Egypt? Boss wins £61k
A British sales executive has been awarded over £61,000 in an unfair dismissal case after his employer fired him for working from a villa in Egypt without permission.
Enfield Inferno: 100 Firefighters Battle Massive Blaze
Major emergency response in North London as fire rips through residential block on Ordnance Road. Dramatic scenes as crews work to contain the blaze.
Sydney's Totti's restaurant evacuated after kitchen fire
Diners flee as fire rips through the kitchen of renowned Sydney restaurant Totti's on Bondi Road. Emergency services rush to the scene. No injuries reported.
Fire chiefs issue urgent warning over household candle danger
UK fire services issue urgent warning over household candles after alarming data reveals they cause over 100 fires monthly. Experts reveal safer alternatives to protect your family.
Delevingne & Lawrence's Beverly Hills Mansion Destroyed by Fire
A catastrophic fire has completely destroyed the luxurious Beverly Hills mansion owned by supermodel Cara Delevingne and Hollywood A-lister Jennifer Lawrence. The blaze, which required over 90 firefighters to contain, has left the multi-million pound prop
Firm fined £55k over 'unwise' office gender identity chat
A UK employment tribunal has delivered a landmark ruling, ordering an IT firm to pay over £55,000 in compensation after an employee was unfairly dismissed following 'unwise' office discussions about gender identity. The judge highlighted the severe risks
Westminster fire tragedy: Six children dead in house blaze
A catastrophic fire has claimed the lives of six children, including a two-month-old baby, in a Westminster apartment. Emergency services battled the blaze, but the victims were tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
Pregnant nurse sues GP brother for unfair dismissal
A pregnant nurse is taking her GP brother to an employment tribunal after he dismissed her from the family-run clinic, claiming he tried to 'soften the blow' by not explicitly telling her she was sacked. The case exposes a bitter family and professional r
Geelong Ute Destroyed in Dramatic Service Station Blaze
A ute was completely destroyed by a ferocious fire that erupted at a Smiths service station in Torquay, Victoria. Emergency crews battled the intense blaze, preventing a potential catastrophe. No injuries were reported.
Major Fire Erupts in Birmingham City Centre
Dramatic scenes in Birmingham as a massive fire engulfs a landmark building on Colmore Row, with over 70 firefighters battling the blaze. No casualties reported.
California Wildfires: Altadena Evacuates as Blaze Rages
A ferocious wildfire, fuelled by fierce Santa Ana winds, is tearing through the foothills of Altadena, California, forcing mass evacuations and threatening hundreds of homes. Emergency crews battle the blaze amid extreme fire conditions.
Major Fire Erupts at Westfield Stratford Shopping Centre
A significant fire has caused the emergency evacuation of the Westfield Stratford City shopping centre in East London. Over 70 firefighters are on the scene tackling the massive blaze, with no reported injuries.
MP's Office Destroyed in Westminster Blaze: Safety Fears Raised
Labour MP Sharon Hodgson's parliamentary office in Vermont House, Westminster, was severely damaged in a major fire. The blaze, which broke out in the early hours, has raised serious questions about fire safety in buildings housing MPs' offices. While no
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