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Indian-Origin Employee Awarded £2.3 Million Compensation in Landmark Royal Mail Settlement
In a landmark settlement, an Indian-origin employee has been granted over £2.3 million in compensation, marking one of the largest payouts in the history of the UK’s Royal Mail. Kam Jhuti, who lodged a bullying claim dating back almost eight years, alleged that her boss subjected her to intimidation and harassment after she raised concerns regarding a colleague’s illegitimate bonus.
An employment tribunal thoroughly examined Jhuti’s case and concluded that her boss’s treatment had a “catastrophic” impact on her well-being. In a recent official remedy decision, the tribunal stated, “The tribunal makes a total award of £2,365,614.13, payable by the respondent to the claimant.” However, the payment is currently on hold pending the outcome of the Royal Mail’s appeal against the tribunal’s original judgment on remedies. As part of the decision, the Royal Mail has agreed to pay Jhuti a gross sum of £250,000, and both parties have committed to completing this payment within 14 days.
Earlier findings from the tribunal shed light on the high-handed, malicious, insulting, and oppressive behavior displayed by the postal service throughout the course of the case. During a Supreme Court hearing in 2019, it was disclosed that Jhuti had joined the Royal Mail’s MarketReach unit in London as a media specialist in September 2013, with an annual salary of £50,000.
This settlement serves as a powerful reminder of the severity of workplace bullying and the necessity of holding employers accountable for their actions. It emphasizes the crucial importance of fostering a safe and inclusive work environment that respects the rights and well-being of all employees, regardless of their ethnic background or origin.
