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Dental Nurse Wins £25,254 After Tribunal Rules Eye-Rolling Bullying Led to Constructive Dismissal

The judge found the practice’s inaction over repeated belittling by a newly hired colleague created a hostile work environment.

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A new dental therapist at the practice in Edinburgh created a “hostile environment” for her colleague
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Overview

  • An Edinburgh employment tribunal on August 29, 2025, ruled in favor of Maureen Howieson, 64, with Employment Judge Ronald Mackay issuing the decision.
  • The panel accepted evidence that colleague Jisna Iqbal repeatedly rolled her eyes, ignored requests, and refused tasks, contributing to a toxic workplace.
  • The practice owner, Dr Fary Johnson Vithayathil, acknowledged prior issues but took no effective steps, and assurances to address them were not kept.
  • Howieson suffered a panic attack and was brought to tears, then resigned in October 2024 after an underpayment she viewed as the final straw.
  • The tribunal found multiple repudiatory breaches amounting to unfair constructive dismissal, awarded £25,254 in compensation, and cited corroboration from dentist Daniela Siersch.