In case it were needed, the Daily Telegraph today reported on a case where “laddish” behaviour in the workplace led to a substantial payout for the female Claimant, Miss Angelina Ashby, which included £15,000 for injury to feelings and £9,158 for loss of earnings. Read the article for the details, but this case should serve as a reminder that this sort of behaviour just isn’t acceptable in the workplace.
Male workers made unpleasant jibes about her weight and appearance and viewed pornography online. When she issued a grievance she was criticised for being too sensitive and “unmanageable”. She won her claim for sex discrimination and constructive dismissal against her employers. There are no great surprises there.
