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Allette v Scarsdale Grange Nursing Home Ltd Overview: An employment tribunal has determined that Ms Allette was dismissed fairly from her role as a Care Assistant from a nursing home, after she refused to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Summary: Ms Allette had been employed as a care assistant at Scarsdale Grange Nursing Home for ...

Mrs J Hutchinson v Asda Stores Ltd Overview: Asda were found to have constructively dismissed Mrs Hutchinson, a dementia sufferer, after she was repeatedly asked if she wanted to retire but was not referred to occupational health. Although done with the best of intentions, this amounted to disability and age-related harassment. Summary: Mrs Hutchinson, ...

Kelly v Royal Mail Group Overview: After dismissal for poor attendance, Mr Kelly claimed discrimination against his disability. The employment appeal tribunal found that Mr Kelly’s employer had acted properly by consulting occupational health and considering their opinion. The appeal was ultimately rejected. Summary: Mr Kelly was a postman working for Royal Mail. He ...