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Partial victory for nurse in NHS trans changing room row

Partial victory for nurse in NHS trans changing room row

Summary

A nurse named Sandie Peggie, who worked at NHS Fife, won a harassment claim against the health board in a case concerning the use of a female changing room by a transgender doctor. Other claims of discrimination and victimization she made were not upheld. The tribunal agreed that NHS Fife harassed her in specific ways, but all claims against the doctor were dismissed.

Key Facts

  • Sandie Peggie is a nurse with 30 years of experience who worked for NHS Fife.
  • She was suspended after objecting to sharing a female changing room with Dr. Beth Upton, a transgender colleague.
  • The tribunal found NHS Fife harassed Ms. Peggie in four ways.
  • Ms. Peggie's other claims of discrimination and victimization were dismissed.
  • All claims against Dr. Upton were dismissed by the tribunal.
  • A hearing will take place later to determine if Ms. Peggie will receive any compensation.
  • NHS Fife acknowledged the tribunal's decision and will review the judgment.

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