| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Wellington |
| Reference No | WA 115/02 |
| Hearing date | 8 Oct 2002 |
| Determination date | 18 November 2002 |
| Member | P R Stapp |
| Representation | A Laurenson ; P Grimshaw |
| Location | New Plymouth |
| Parties | Perry v GDC Communications Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL - Constructive dismissal - Alleged abused by manager - Alleged threatened with dismissal because of union involvement - Alleged unilateral variation of shifts - Roster altered - Resigned while on sick leave - Credibility - Respondent's evidence preferred - Incompatibility not abuse - No evidence of threats - Roster arranged through staff consultation - Applicant chose to resign - No constructive dismissal - COSTS - Applicant legally aided - Would have awarded $2,000 in absence of legal aid - Contribution to costs to be equivalent to legal aid contribution |
| Result | Application dismissed ; Costs in favour of respondent ($50) |
| Number of Pages | 10 |
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