Bullying at work is a major personnel issue ¡ª but it's hard to prove. This dramatised case study focuses on a thorny problem. Simon's job is to change the way his department operates. To most he seems friendly but he comes into conflict with conscientious admin worker Viv.
Problems start when Simon has Viv's desk moved without consulting her. Simon apologises, but Viv isn't happy. Other incidents follow ¡ª apparently small things, but Viv sees a pattern. Eventually Viv accuses Simon of undermining her. Simon says he's just doing his job and if Viv doesn't like it, she should consider her position. Viv complains to the company and its grievance procedures begin. Now it's Simon's turn to complain. He claims he's been unfairly accused. Why is he on trial on Viv's say-so?
Viv approaches her union, but discovers that pursuing her complaint will not be easy. Ultimately she may have to resign and sue for constructive dismissal ¡ª but is she prepared to go this far?
Reviews
~ "Very impressive." - Carol Sears, Education Officer, GMB trade union
~ "I will be delighted to use this video¡ it will promote quite extensive discussion on human resources issues." - Elizabeth Thomson, John Ogilvie School
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