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Sexual assaults against female surgeons

The BBC recently reported about assaults against female surgeons, stating that they are being “sexually harassed, assaulted and in some cases raped by colleagues”.   Almost two-thirds of female surgeons who provided a response to the research stated that they had been targets of sexual harassment, with a third of those targeted by sexual assault.…

How long does it take for work stress levels to return after a holiday?

The summer holiday season will shortly be coming to an end, which means that many of us will soon be suffering from those back-to-work blues.   If the thought of returning to work is not causing you enough worry already, recent research conducted by Reed has now revealed the exact amount of time it takes…

Working Minds: Much needed campaign launched to help HGV drivers with work-related stress

Long hours away from home, demanding delivery times and limited access to toilets and showers. These are all common causes of stress for HGV, drivers and a new Working Minds campaign aims to combat this by promoting good mental health whilst at work.   The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has made it clear that…

Former corporal speaks out about RAF sexual assault

An ex-RAF corporal says she was ‘hung out to dry’ after being assaulted in her sleep.   Sam, who hasn’t revealed her real name, claims to have suffered “vile misogyny, homophobia and sexual abuse” during her decade in the air force. She left the force after being sexually assaulted by a male colleague, who was…

Christmas party harassment – £19K compensation awarded

A female worker from company, Starplan, has been awarded £19,000 after being sexually harassed at a work Christmas party.   Shirley Lyons alleged that a colleague had touched her bottom, hugged her from behind without consent and commented on her breasts. The resulting Employment Tribunal deemed that it amounted to unlawful sexual harassment. Ms. Lyons…

Revenge porn civil case results in first award in damages

An award for almost £100,000 in damages has been made to a woman after a former partner secretly recorded her naked and published the footage online.   In what is believed to be the first case of its type to be seen in front of English or Welsh civil courts, the woman – who remains…

McDonald’s manager indecent exposure allegations

A former McDonald’s employee has come forward about a manager of a South London branch of McDonald’s, regarding indecent exposure allegations from events in 2018.   Christine, who chose to put a face to her name, had been working for the company since 2011. She stated that a manager “pulled his pants down” in front…

Historic abuse allegations made in care homes with ‘good’ ratings

In the wake of ‘good’ OFSTED ratings, it has come to light that over 100 concerns have been reported within children’s homes in Doncaster.   The BBC recently reported this story, detailing the leak of documents revealing over 40 alerts made to OFSTED about various incidents. Hesley Group, which runs the homes, has issued an…

Identifying personal injury claims in employment cases – Webinar with Jessica Rowson

Our head of Psychiatric Injury, Jessica Rowson, is presenting a one hour pre-recorded webinar about personal Injury cases in Employment matters.   Available from 1st December for unlimited indefinite viewing This webinar is aimed at all employment practitioners who deal with discrimination cases. It will cover how to identify when a personal injury claim may…

Gavin Williamson denies bullying allegations

Sir Gavin Williamson is facing fresh allegations allegations of bullying during his time as Defence Secretary.   Not for the first time Sir Gavin has faced allegations, BBC News yesterday reported that this time Williamson told a senior civil servant to “slit your throat” and “jump out of the window” during his tenure under Theresa…