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The National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (“NASUWT”) has released the latest figures in respect of compensation payments for teachers. NASUWT experienced a significant increase in cases and last year, a staggering £14.9 million was paid to teachers who faced workplace injuries and discrimination at work. I set out some of these cases below, together with the compensation paid.
NASUWT commented that they have seen an increase in cases relating to unlawful discrimination by employers towards their staff. This goes to show that many schools need to ensure their policies are up to date and in line with current employment law legislation.
The fact of the matter is that more and more teachers are now able to claim damages in the workplace. Employers need to be fully aware of their responsibilities. They should take great care in dealing with matters such as those listed above. A failure to do so can have serious consequences including the issuance of court proceedings.
Birkett Long can assist schools in these types of discrimination matters in the workplace. We have a dedicated education team consisting of solicitors who specialise in business, civil litigation, personal injury and employment law.
Should you require any legal advice, I would be happy to have an initial, no-obligation chat on the telephone to discuss your options.