Is it discrimination to discipline an employee for aggressive behaviour?

The Employment Law & HR Podcast

Disability discrimination for something arising from the disability

In this episode 204 of the podcast I bring you details of a case recently decided by the Employment Appeal Tribunal which deals with the issue of behaviour arising from disability. In the case of McQueen v General Optical Council the Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal considered the reasons for the employers actions.

In this episode of the podcast I cover:

• Section 15 of the Equality Act 2010.
• The legal test for determining if someone has been treated unfavourably because of something arising in consequence of their disability.
• The facts of this case.
• The outcome as decided by the Tribunal and then upheld by the Employment Appeal Tribunal.
• How employers should approach issues with employees who have a disability.
• Points to note.
• How to deal with aggressive behaviours at work.

McQueen v General Optical Council 2023 – Employment Appeal Tribunal Case. You can read the full judgement HERE

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