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University worker sues over 'white supremacy' tree ban

A university employee at the University of Westminster is taking legal action for racial harassment after a senior manager allegedly banned the erection of a Christmas tree in November, calling it a symbol of 'white supremacy'.

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

Starbucks Sued Over 'Discriminatory' Dress Code

Coffee giant Starbucks is hit with multiple employment tribunals as staff claim its strict dress code policies on tattoos and piercings are discriminatory and breach human rights.

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

Tribunal: Gender-Critical Beliefs Protected Under Law

In a landmark judgment, an employment tribunal has ruled that gender-critical beliefs are protected under the Equality Act 2010, upholding the right of women to express their views on sex and gender without fear of discrimination.

US Justice Department Launches Civil Rights Probe Into Uber

The US Department of Justice has launched a civil investigation into Uber Technologies, examining potential widespread discrimination and a 'pattern or practice' of violations. The probe, confirmed by Uber, centres on company policies and could have signi

Spurs guilty of job discrimination against Arsenal fans

A landmark employment tribunal has ruled that Tottenham Hotspur Football Club unlawfully discriminated against job applicants for being Arsenal supporters. The case reveals a shocking club policy of barring rivals' fans from roles at the Tottenham Hotspur

Overhearing sexist comments is harassment, tribunal rules

A UK employment tribunal has made a landmark ruling, stating that a female sales manager was constructively dismissed after being subjected to a 'toxic' male-dominated atmosphere where overhearing sexist comments was a form of harassment.

Trainee wins £20k over Nazi and ISIS workplace taunts

A London-based trainee accountant, Soliman Sinclair, wins a landmark harassment case against his former employer after enduring months of anti-Muslim abuse, including being called a 'Nazi' and 'ISIS' supporter.

Fire chief sacked over disabled YouTuber's destroyed equipment

A London fire chief has been dismissed after crews, during a home safety check, threw a disabled content creator's vital equipment into a skip. The incident, described as 'appalling,' caused significant distress and has prompted a formal apology from the

How Your Name Impacts Job Interview Success

Groundbreaking research reveals how your first name can significantly impact your chances of securing a job interview, uncovering hidden biases in the hiring process.

Waitress wins £75k in Cracker Barrel racial discrimination case

A Black waitress at Cracker Barrel in Indiana wins a monumental £75,000 settlement after enduring a hostile work environment filled with racial slurs and discriminatory practices, sparking a wider conversation on racism in the service industry.

Hotel Manager Sacked in Sexism Scandal: Tribunal Victory

A London hotel manager has been dismissed after an employment tribunal found him guilty of shocking gender discrimination and victimisation against a female colleague. Read the full details of this landmark workplace justice case.

US Cider Firm Sued for Firing UK Employee Over Premature Baby

Golden State Cider Company is embroiled in a major discrimination lawsuit after a UK-based employee was allegedly fired for taking time off to care for her premature newborn. The shocking case raises serious questions about corporate ethics and maternity

Trump Sued by Fed's Lisa Cook Over Discrimination Claims

Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh

Shark Tank Chef Sues Wells Fargo for Discrimination

Celebrity chef Shawn Davis, famed for his Shark Tank success, files a multi-million dollar lawsuit against Wells Fargo, alleging systemic racial discrimination and wrongful termination after reporting fraudulent activity.

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.

Port of Seattle sued for discrimination by ill ex-employee

A former Port of Seattle worker, Chris Linhardt, is suing his ex-employer for alleged disability discrimination after being made redundant while battling terminal cancer. The maritime operations manager claims the public port authority failed to provide r

Aussie Dealer's Explosive Claims Against UK Boss in Toxic Clash

An Australian car salesman at a prestigious UK dealership unleashes a tirade of allegations against his former boss, claiming a 'personality clash' turned into a campaign of bullying and discrimination, leading to a bitter employment tribunal.

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