Council Worker Awarded £15,000 for Racial Abuse by Two Boys

A woman employed as a council intervention worker has been awarded £15,000 in compensation following a tribunal's finding of racial abuse. The incident occurred in April 2024 when two boys subjected her to racist remarks while she was performing her duties.

The Employment Tribunal, in its judgment, determined that the abuse constituted racial harassment, directly impacting the worker during her professional responsibilities. Details from the tribunal indicate the abuse caused significant distress and a detrimental effect on her working environment.

This outcome underscores the legal protections afforded to employees against racial harassment, even when perpetrated by third parties encountered in the course of work. Employers are expected to ensure safe working conditions and address incidents of this nature effectively.