UK Tribunal Awards £30,000 to Employee Fired Over Dress Code Violation

Elizabeth Benassi, dismissed for wearing trainers, successfully argued she was unfairly targeted and victimized by her employer.

Elizabeth Benassi, 20, was awarded £30,000 in compensation after being fired from Maximus UK Services for wearing trainers to work.
The tribunal determined that Benassi, 18 at the time of her employment, was unfairly singled out and treated with a 'desire to find fault.'
Benassi argued she was unaware of the dress code and noted that other employees wore similar footwear without reprimand.
The tribunal dismissed her claim of age-related harassment but upheld that her treatment constituted victimization.
The case highlights broader concerns about workplace fairness and the treatment of younger employees in professional environments.