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Caroline Ahearne v Regional Foods Ltd Simpsons Supermarket [2024]

Posted In: Case Law
  • Decision Number
    Caroline Ahearne
  • Legal Body
    Workplace Relations Commission (WRC)
  • Type of Claim / Jurisdiction
Issues covered: Sexual Harassment; Failure to Investigate; Victimisation; Employer’s Legal Obligations

Background:
The Complainant alleged workplace discrimination based on gender per s.77 of the Employment Equality Act (EEA) 1998, in that she experienced harassment, sexual harassment, and sexual assault by a male colleague over an extended period. Despite multiple complaints, including reports from other colleagues and alleged threats to her life, her employer failed to investigate or take action. A formal complaint was made, but no steps were taken to address the situation, resulting in ongoing harassment and escalating threats. Ms. Ahearne argued that the Respondent had no harassment policy in place and failed in their legal obligation to protect her; referencing legal precedents to

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This article is correct at 12/09/2024
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