Safety whistleblower makes legal history

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A former train driver who won his case for unfair dismissal after speaking out about breaches of safety at the rail operator Connex has made legal history. Former safety rep Laurie Holden has been awarded a total of £55,000, including £18,000 in aggravated damages and injury to his feelings.

He resigned from the rail firm three years ago suffering from stress. He says he complained to managers about safety problems, including claims that drivers worked too many hours. A series of disciplin... (53 more words)

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