Constructive Dismissal

[Buzz697]

Hi My new boss is expecting me to take the cash to the bank in my car, I am only insured for social,pleasure and domestic use, so don't think I am insured to do this. I feel pressured into doing this because if i dont it will inconvenince him and he could be funny with me. They have tinkered with my terms and condition since a badly managed TUPE two months ago, they didnt tell me about the TUPE untill after the transfer, they have changed my pay date, they have taken some responsibilty away from me, and some hours between jobs I used to be paid for now I have to work. I wonder if all these things and now expecting me to break the law is grounds for me to resign and claim constructive dismissal. Any help greatly appreciated.

[charitynjw]

Re: Constructive Dismissal

Hi Buzz697, & welcome to Legal Beagles.

It's never a wise move to resign.
Constructive dismissal is notoriously difficult to win at the Employment Tribunal, & most employers will know this.
Have you submitted an official grievance?

[des8]

Re: Constructive Dismissal

Hi, and welcome to LB.
I can't advise about your employment terms and constructive dismissal, but certainly if you use your vehicle for work related activities when you only have SD&P use your insurers could void the policy in the event of a claim. And if you do transport money for your employer insist on doing it under dual control (i.e two of you) for everyone's protection.
Someone will be along soon to advise about your other concerns

[charitynjw]

Re: Constructive Dismissal

Hi Buzz697, & welcome to Legal Beagles.

It's never a wise move to resign.
Constructive dismissal is notoriously difficult to win at the Employment Tribunal, & most employers will know this.
Have you submitted an official grievance?
How long (including the TUPE) have you worked there?

Hmmm - seem to have duplicated the post!

[FlamingParrot]

Re: Constructive Dismissal

It's never a wise move to resign.
Constructive dismissal is notoriously difficult to win at the Employment Tribunal, & most employers will know this.

Indeed, average success rate for Constructive Dismissal claims is just 3%.

See this for more about Constructive Dismissal: http://www.worksmart.org.uk/rights/c...tive_dismissal

Resigning and claiming constructive dismissal is obviously a high-risk strategy. Therefore, unless your conditions have become absolutely intolerable, you should explore other ways of resolving the situation first. In any event, you should take early advice before walking out on your job.