Welcome to this week’s MMD!

This week, Sam and Nils are back with the MMD podcast with special guests from Leeds Knights, and Daniel brings us a thought-provoking video on employer obligations when it comes to data subject access requests. We also discuss an important tribunal ruling where an employee’s claim of constructive unfair dismissal was dismissed. Plus, don’t miss the exciting lineup of upcoming events and seminars that will help keep you informed on the latest developments in employment law and beyond!

THE MMD PODCAST

Episode 38: A Leeds Knights special featuring Verity Thomas and Ryan Aldridge

Ice Hockey, Culture and Leadership

Join Sam and Nils as they are back this week and are joined with special guests Ryan Alridge (Head Coach) and Verity Thomas (Partnership Manager) from Leeds Knights as they discuss culture and leadership, the growth of ice hockey, and the future for Leeds Knights.

Listen to the episode here: https://spoti.fi/3By7zJA

THE MEDIA HUB

Access All Areas?

In this video, we discuss the extent of an employer’s obligations to comply with a data subject access request, where an employee asks to see personal communications on social media and WhatsApp.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/_BlZJkFuNHs

Employment Tribunal Ruling: The “Good Citizen Award” Dispute

In July 2023, Citizens Advice Manchester introduced a “Good Citizen Award” to recognise staff for outstanding collaboration, with the winners receiving an extra day of leave on their birthday. The announcement was made on the company’s internal forum, allowing employees to share feedback. The Claimant commented, “That sounds a bit dubious to me,” while another employee remarked, “We are all good citizens. Perhaps we should all get our birthday off.”

In response, the Chief Executive posted, “What’s dubious is whether those with negative attitudes align with the values and culture of Citizens Advice.” The Claimant later expressed to her manager that she felt undervalued because of the comment. In October 2023, she resigned without directly referencing the Chief Executive’s remark, but later filed a claim for constructive unfair dismissal, alleging a breach of the implied duty of mutual trust and confidence.

The Tribunal ruled against the Claimant, finding that the Chief Executive’s response was justified and not a threat to her job security. The claim was dismissed.

Read the full tribunal report: https://www.gov.uk/employment-tribunal-decisions/ms-s-guest-v-citizens-advice-manchester-2401184-slash-2024

UPCOMING EVENTS

We have several exciting events and seminars lined up that you won’t want to miss:

• 17^th Oct, 8:30 AM | Sedulo Leeds Office
  Incentivising Employees with Sedulo
• 20^th Nov, 8:30 AM | Weetwood Hall Estate, Leeds
  Mock Tribunal Event on Menopause and Age Discrimination
• 21^st Nov, 8:30 AM | OE Electrics, Wakefield
  Post-Election Update with Wakefield Manufacturing Forum

For more details and how to register please visit our website:

www.chadwicklawrence.co.uk/seminars/business-services-seminars/

Or email: seminars@chadlaw.co.uk

Finally, we have set up our own Employment Department LinkedIn page! Please follow for the latest updates: www.linkedin.com/company/employment-law-chadwick-lawrence-llp/