175,000 pounds sterling compensation for indirect sex discrimination

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The judgment in Griffin v West Midlands Police Authority, case number 5208776/00 is discussed. Mrs.Griffin experienced indirect sex discrimination when the respondent decided to impose working hours unsuitable for women with childcare responsibilities. The tribunal gave a total award of 175,000 pounds sterling in this case.

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Risk of inefficiency does not outweigh discrimination in refusing flexible working

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The details of decision of Leeds employment tribunal on unlawful indirect sex discrimination regarding denial of flexible working hours to the employee, in Webster v. Princes Soft Drinks, are presented.

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Fear of setting a precedent is no justification

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The details of decision of Liverpool employment tribunal on unlawful indirect sex discrimination regarding flexible working hours, in Parry v. De Vere Hotels and Leisure Ltd., are presented.

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subjects list: United Kingdom, Company legal issue, Cases, Sex discrimination, Work hours, Hours of labour
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