unfair dismissal

[upthecreek!]

hi, my girlfriend was sacked today only after she got a contract of employment yesterday! (she has worked there for 9 months), the reason the company stated is that "shes not right for the company" which is rubbish because she excelled in her job and was told many times by her directors, however it appears that a manger took a disliking to her because she reported that a fellow worker was under the influence of alcohol in a company that operates fork-lift trucks, heavy press and cutting machinery and 40ft trucks in and out all day, when after a few days she reported it to this manager she ask if anything had been done about it or she would go to a director to report the problem, the manager did not like what she said and made up a story saying that she's not right for the company,,,,,,

 

ive got more info on the subject but was wondering that if she was unfairly dismissed? any info please

[renegadeimp]

In the first instance she can appeal against her dismissal to higher management. Just remember though that under 2 years service, an employer can dismiss anyone for pretty much anything as long s it doesnt break discrimination law.

[san_d]

There's no unfair dismissal if she's been there for only 9 months unfortunately. However "shes not right for the company"sounds a bit suspicious. It might have to do with ethnic background, religious beliefs?

 

I would ask the company at least good references, if they don't, I'd contact the local paper.

[san_d]

We posted at the same time. How can she appeal if she can be legally dismissed for pretty much anything?

In the first instance she can appeal against her dismissal to higher management. Just remember though that under 2 years service, an employer can dismiss anyone for pretty much anything as long s it doesnt break discrimination law.

[Emmzzi]

she can appeal internally, but not externally, if company procedures permit

[renegadeimp]

she can appeal internally, but not externally, if company procedures permit

 

Thats what i meant

[upthecreek!]

it is my belief that she was sacked for whistleblowing on a staff member and when she followed it up the manager didn't like it

[Emmzzi]

I'd probably talk to the director she was going to speak to in the first place?