Ex-Channel 5 newsreader withdraws claims against Dan Walker
Summary
A former Channel 5 News presenter, Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije, has withdrawn her legal claims against her co-host Dan Walker after reaching a settlement with the broadcaster and ITN. The claims included unfair dismissal and discrimination, but the case was closed when both sides agreed to resolve the dispute without admission of fault.Key Facts
- Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije worked with Dan Walker as co-hosts on Channel 5 News from 2022 to 2023.
- She filed claims against Walker for unfair dismissal, discrimination based on race and sex, harassment, and breach of contract.
- Vanderpuije and her lawyers stated that a mutual agreement was reached with ITN and Channel 5, leading to withdrawal of all allegations against Dan Walker.
- The agreement included a payment to Vanderpuije, but the amount was not disclosed.
- Dan Walker said he was ready to defend himself at the tribunal but is glad the matter is resolved.
- ITN and Channel 5 denied all claims and expressed satisfaction that the issue is now closed.
- The employment tribunal planned for London was dismissed after the settlement.
- Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije left Channel 5 News in 2024.
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