A former people and culture manager, Angela Piromalli, has successfully won a sexual harassment claim against her ex-boss, Ian Jolliffe, after a tribunal found his sexist remarks towards her to be inappropriate. The case highlights the necessity of employers taking proactive steps to prevent harassment in the workplace.
Key Points
- Piromalli was subjected to derogatory comments about her appearance and remarks asserting “you don’t belong here; this is a man’s world.”
- Jolliffe received a written warning following a grievance lodged by Piromalli.
- Despite being made redundant, he was later rehired by the company, prompting Piromalli to resign.
- The tribunal ruled in favour of Piromalli, condemning the manager’s conduct as inexcusable under the Equality Act 2010 and Worker Protection Act 2023.
- Experts stress the importance of employee training and the establishment of a respectful workplace culture to prevent harassment.
Why should I read this?
If you care about workplace respect and want to understand why harassment training is hot right now, this article is for you! It sheds light on a significant tribunal case that sets a precedent for how we approach sexism and harassment in the workplace today. Trust me, you’ll want to stay ahead of the curve on this one!
