NHS Nurse Wins £41,000 Over Workplace Bullying Claims

Susan Hamilton was awarded compensation after an employment tribunal found her NHS trust failed to address bullying concerns involving a colleague at St Helier Hospital.

Susan Hamilton, a diabetes specialist nurse, accused colleague Abdool Nayeck of bullying behavior, including leaving her out of a team tea round and ignoring her in meetings.
The conflict began in 2018 after a disagreement over patient care, during which Nayeck reportedly told Hamilton, 'I don’t like you.'
Despite mediation efforts and agreements to communicate civilly, Hamilton claimed Nayeck’s behavior did not improve, leading to her resignation in 2022.
An employment tribunal ruled that the Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust failed to adequately address Hamilton’s complaints, contributing to her workplace stress.
The tribunal awarded Hamilton £41,000 in compensation, citing the trust's breach of contract and the impact on her mental health and professional confidence.