Emmzzi, at no point have I said I am going to tell the Md what to do, I am simply having a meeting to find out what he is going to do about the situation as we are working in an ever worsening situation I have stated facts, all staff members have now written to the Md clarifying what is happening within the company. Each employee has kept records of events, we are in no way emotional, weak or underperformers. With regard to your comments that "I would be first to go", you are obviously an autocratic person who wouldn't even listen to his staff. The trick of a good Md is to listen to all comments good or bad and then take action if needed, not to threaten them with the sack for speaking their mind.

Thanks for all the replies they are much appreciated. My original question was, can the manager be either asked to resign or can he be sacked for gross misconduct. The last thing we would want to happen is for the Md (owner) is to have to pay out for wrongful dismissal. Below is a list of the managers actions. Constantly picking on two staff in particular at every opportunity. (both excellent dedicated workers) Blaming others for all his mistakes. Telling staff off in front of other staff members and customers. (this constitutes gross misconduct in our work handbook) Telling customers how everyone is useless and that they are lazy. Bullying and harassment. No leadership, poor communications. This is an outline of the problems we are facing. The funny thing is that when the manager does these things he is infact slagging of the company and more laughably his own failing as the person responsible for staff training. Luckily our trade customers know the facts but they too as getting fed up with the actions of the manager and we are slowly losing them, luckily other parts of the business are propping up the trade side so the figures are not really reflecting the true position we are facing. As already stated I am having a meeting with the Md on Tuesday so will write and let you know the outcome. The feeling of all the staff is that the manager must go for sake of the business, we all want the business to expand we are not trying to damage it.

Thanks for the reply: Just to clarify what is happening. The company employs 6 people 4 of whom are controlled by the manager each of these employees is suffering as a result of harassment or bullying either directly or indirectly. None of the employees are under performing in any way, the only person not achieving anything is the manager who lacks any business acumen. I am in no way sensative or weak and am regarded by the MD as a key employee. I am speaking for all the employees who are being bullied I do not believe it is acceptable for a manager to blame others for his own ineptitude. We have documented evidence with dates and what was said and with witnesses who will provide statements to back up the grievance. We are not feeling bullied, we are being bullied. Hope this is enough info.

Hi, can a manager be asked to either resign or be sacked for continual harassment, victimisation and bullying of staff. The bullying and victimisation is being done by the manager in front of other staff members and customers of the company. This is not being done in front of the MD who I have written to and await his reply due to be given in a face to face meeting. Does the managers actions constitute gross misconduct and would he have any claim against the company in the event of him being asked to resign? This has been going on for some time now and is getting worse due to the fact that the manager has no managerial ability, unfortunately the MD listens to the manager who will continually blame everyone but himself for the problems of the company. Any advice?

I am working in a stressed office/business environment the manager is constantly criticising staff members for all problems that arise in the company which are mainly due to his own lack of managerial talent. While the criticism is not directly aimed at me face to face it is done behind my back. I have to listen to constant criticism of my colleagues who are all competent and hard working people. I am becoming seriously depressed and stressed due to this plus the added pressure of staff shortages. Would this count as a case of constructive dismissal or should I sue them for failing to protect my health and wellbeing? I am 58 years old and would find it hard to find suitable future employment. I have spoken to the MD who is terrified of telling the manager off incase he leaves. My Md is a weak person and is being directed by his manager instead of the other way round. Any thoughts. James.