2019-01-01
The complainant alleged that his application for employment as a senior network engineer was not successful because of his criminal record. The complainant was charged with assault in company but no conviction was recorded.
The company claimed the complainant’s criminal record was inconsistent with the inherent requirements of the role, as the successful applicant would have contact with vulnerable clients.
The complaint was resolved with an agreement that the company review its anti-discrimination policies and write to the complainant acknowledging the distress he experienced.
Year
Discrimination type
Other discrimination in employment
Grounds
Criminal record
Areas
Employment
Apology - Private
Anti-discrimination/EEO policy reviewed/revised
Amount