Today's EAT review concerns the case of Prochnicki v Harvey Nichols. It concerns a chef at the well-known fashion chain, allegations of unreasonably long working hours, internal investigations, resignation and lots of other good stuff that we expect in the world of work when there is a dispute.

Case: Sylwester Prochnicki v Harvey Nichols (Dublin) Limited (UD 1685/2010)
Legislation: Unfair Dismissals Acts, 1977 to 2007
Jurisdictions/Subject Matter: Constructive Dismissal, Grievance Procedures, Reasonableness


Facts

The claimant was employed, as a chef, by the respondent company from December 2007 until June 2010. The claimant alleged that he was subjected to poor working conditions and was also required to work long hours without the appropriate breaks. The claimant asserted that these conditions