Police officers win payout over Tallia Storm picture
Summary
Two police officers in Edinburgh lost their authorization to carry firearms after taking a picture with singer Tallia Storm. An employment tribunal ruled that the decision to remove their firearm privileges was discriminatory based on their gender, and they were awarded nearly £50,000 in compensation.Key Facts
- The incident took place on March 1, 2024, in Edinburgh when the officers took a picture with Tallia Storm.
- The photo appeared on TikTok, leading to media attention.
- An employment tribunal found Police Scotland discriminated against the officers because of their sex.
- The officers lost their firearm authorization and were transferred from their unit.
- They suffered mental health issues due to the treatment they received.
- PC Steven Jones received £24,800, and PC Greg Tunnock received £23,824 in compensation.
- Police Scotland plans to review the tribunal's judgment for improvements.
- The case follows a previous £1 million payout to a female officer for alleged sexual discrimination in 2022.
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