A Worker v A Policing Organisation
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Decision Number
IR - SC - 00001890 -
Legal Body
Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) -
Type of Claim / Jurisdiction
Policies and Procedures
Background:
The worker alleged that the employer mishandled a bullying complaint against him, leading to significant procedural breaches. Formal allegations were made in 2018, but the investigation experienced continuous delays without the worker's consent, violating the employer's policies. The worker argued that the employer failed to conduct a fair, thorough, and timely investigation, resulting in prolonged distress. The employer did not provide essential information, misplaced investigation results, and ignored mandated review periods. The investigation, lasting 4.5 years, ended only because the complainant, Ms. X, left the organisation. The employer acknowledged procedural delays
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