Bizarre Claims
I read with interest today an article regarding a former employee of Tesco who is taking them to court and suing them for discrimination after he was forced by Managers to work with alcohol during his work at their distribution centre in Staffordshire. The claimant is basing his lawsuit on the fact that his religious beliefs (He is a Muslim) were highly at conflict with him handling alcohol so he could not do this work. He states that he asked to move to different work, but this was refused. However, Tesco have stated that at some point ALL of their distribution staff come in to contact with alcohol and need to move it around.
To me, this sounds a rather far fetched claim. Surely when he took the job, he knew that Tesco sold alcohol?! In our view, the claim will fail, but that remains to be seen!
Employee Rights
Employees do have rights and can object to certain work on various grounds. However, there is a responsibility on employees to mention when being interviewed if there is anything in the workplace that they feel their beliefs or health issues will prevent them from working on.
Employers Responsibilities
Employers are responsible for ensuring that employees are not placed at risk, not exposed to danger and not exposed to harassment, bullying or victimisation.
Making your claim
To make your claim, come to us. Direct 2 Solicitors are approved for Regulated Claims Management Services by the Ministry of Justice (Authorisation CRM 3364), check the regulators web site www.claimsregulation.gov.uk and are also members of the Claims Standards Council. We offer genuine peace of mind, honesty and a friendly caring service.
If you are in need of a reliable and approved Claims Management Company to manage your accident compensation claim, look no further. Email us at webenquiries@direct2solicitorsltd.co.uk, call us on 0800 9177456, or get us to call you, using the big blue "Call me back" box at the top right of this page.
I read with interest today an article regarding a former employee of Tesco who is taking them to court and suing them for discrimination after he was forced by Managers to work with alcohol during his work at their distribution centre in Staffordshire. The claimant is basing his lawsuit on the fact that his religious beliefs (He is a Muslim) were highly at conflict with him handling alcohol so he could not do this work. He states that he asked to move to different work, but this was refused. However, Tesco have stated that at some point ALL of their distribution staff come in to contact with alcohol and need to move it around.
To me, this sounds a rather far fetched claim. Surely when he took the job, he knew that Tesco sold alcohol?! In our view, the claim will fail, but that remains to be seen!
Employee Rights
Employees do have rights and can object to certain work on various grounds. However, there is a responsibility on employees to mention when being interviewed if there is anything in the workplace that they feel their beliefs or health issues will prevent them from working on.
Employers Responsibilities
Employers are responsible for ensuring that employees are not placed at risk, not exposed to danger and not exposed to harassment, bullying or victimisation.
Making your claim
To make your claim, come to us. Direct 2 Solicitors are approved for Regulated Claims Management Services by the Ministry of Justice (Authorisation CRM 3364), check the regulators web site www.claimsregulation.gov.uk and are also members of the Claims Standards Council. We offer genuine peace of mind, honesty and a friendly caring service.
If you are in need of a reliable and approved Claims Management Company to manage your accident compensation claim, look no further. Email us at webenquiries@direct2solicitorsltd.co.uk, call us on 0800 9177456, or get us to call you, using the big blue "Call me back" box at the top right of this page.
Labels: Employees, Employers, Health and Safety at Work act
