Accusations were levelled against The Royal Mail of “destroying” the life of an employee named Kam Jhuti, who suffered lengthy bullying when she highlighted potential fraud done by her boss Mike Widmer, who even harassed the media specialist. An official remedy decision added to the long-running case this week read: …
Read More »German government wants ex-minister to foot $267 million bill for a failed highway toll plan
The German government is considering whether it can make former Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer foot at least part of the quarter-billion euro compensation it has to pay a private company over a failed plan to introduce highway tolls. Scheuer, who was in office from 2018 until 2021, had insisted on …
Read More »Isabelle Lacy growing in grass court confidence after Wimbledon win
The 16-year-old, who reached the second round a year ago, was in fine form as she beat Australian Roisin Gilheany 6-4 6-2 in a stylish performance to progress once again. And it was not only a special day due to the result, with Lacy – who is supported by the …
Read More »Indian-origin employee wins ₹2.5 cr from Royal Mail in UK; marks largest compensation settlement value
An Indian-origin employee of Royal Mail was won ₹25 crore compensation from the company in the United Kingdom, after her bullying claim was upheld. The compensation settlements is being dubbed as one of the largest made till date. The employee Kam Jhuti, had claimed that she had been intimidated and …
Read More »King and President Biden’s meeting reinforces US-UK special relationship
Charles hosted President Biden for tea and talks, in his private Windsor Castle sitting room, which lasted about 20 minutes – and they also viewed US-related items from the Royal Collection. Ahead of the meeting, it was reported climate change was due to be discussed, and at the conclusion of …
Read More »Freddy Blaydes picks up maiden Wimbledon win
Windermere’s Blaydes, 17, had never played at the All England Club previously and was handed a wildcard into the draw, where he took to court against Sweden’s Kevin Edengren. And despite some early wobbles it was a near perfect debut for the teenager, who saw off his Swedish opponent 6-3 …
Read More »Marine’s inquest to be held mostly in secret amid national security concerns
“Outstanding Royal Marine” Benjamin McQueen, 26, was brought to the surface after being separated from other divers during a drill – the details of which have not been disclosed – off Portland Harbour in Dorset on November 14 2018. He was declared dead after CPR was performed, the judge-led inquest …
Read More »BT in need of boss with the Midas touch as Jansen confirms departure
BT is on the hunt for a chief executive as speculation mounts over a potential takeover bid from a German rival. The telecom giant’s boss Philip Jansen will leave in the next 12 months after a turbulent four and half years at the helm. The firm is considering ‘all appropriate …
Read More »Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee outlines fightback strategy on eve of ballot result on CWU-Royal Mail agreement
The Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee (PWRFC) met Sunday on the eve of ballot results being announced over the sell-out deal negotiated by Communication Workers Union (CWU) leaders Dave Ward and Andy Furey with Royal Mail. The national ballot closes at 12pm Tuesday. A statement produced by the Postal Workers Rank-and-File …
Read More »Witney Carnival: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang leads parade
This year’s theme was books and stories with the 1968 film being one of the most popular children’s movies of all time. The famous flying car started the procession at about 11am as six steam traction engines and the Caledonian Pipe and Drum Band followed behind. READ MORE: Teenage boy arrested after teacher stabbed …
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