6 Jun 2026
Claim dismissed
Discrimination and Harassment
Heard at Midlands East
The claimant failed to prove that the comment constituted less favourable treatment or harassment, as he did not complain for 21 months, maintained a professional relationship with the respondent, and the comment was not directed at him.
Legal Issues (4)
- Whether the use of the racially offensive term amounted to less favourable treatment because of race under s.13 Equality Act 2010 and/or harassment under s.26 Equality Act 2010
- considering the delay in complaint
- lack of immediate effect
- the apology
Reference: 2600468/2024
