A Stagehand v A Media Production Company [2019] ADJ-00017023

Keywords: Constructive Dismissal; Bullying in the Workplace; Failure to Follow Grievance Procedures

The Complainant was employed by the Respondent as a stagehand for a particular television series since 2012. In 2015, the Complainant made a formal complaint of workplace bullying following the posting of what he considered unacceptable material in public areas. The Complainant brought the issue to the attention of his line manager who then appointed an investigator to determine the issue. The findings of the investigation showed that bullying had not taken place, as the incident was a “once off”. Despite this outcome, the Respondent decided to conduct a training module on dignity at work.

The Complainant was