Feeling Crushed

Hi Sasue welcome to the forum. I am usually found in the breast group but saw your post and didn't want it to go maybe unanswered as that sounds awful for you. I would tend to agree that this is a form of bullying but don't know enough about all the rules around work and Cancer. I think the best thing that I  can suggest is that you give the Macmillan Line a call as they have Work Advisors who will be more knowledgable about this than I would be if that make senser? 08088080000

Thank you and yes think that is the next step 

Sasue, I am delighted to hear of your progress but I am so sorry to hear about what is happening to you at work.  I am afraid I am not surprised to hear of how you are being treated, I know of two other people who have been appallingly treated whilst working for the NHS, one whilst dealing with long COVID (contracted whilst working in the hospital) who resigned under the pressure and another with a different illness who managed to get their union to represent them and stop the pressure. 

I used to work in HR a long long time ago and am not up to date with the latest laws, however, I do know that you are covered under https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/coping/practically/the-disability-discrimination-act-equality-act-and-cancer.  So employers are expected to make reasonable provision for employees, however, I think the crux of the matter will depend upon the interpretation of what is 'reasonable'.   And, forgive me, I know you are clear but I think for the purposes of the law it is probably considered you have cancer (and therefore have a disability) until the five year clear mark.  I would urge you to get further advice on this, I am not sure if you belong to a union but if not please ring the MacMillan helpline and see if they can help.  Hopefully they will be able to point you in the right direction.

Please come back and let us know how you get on.

Irene xx

Hi Sasue ,

I’m so sorry that you’re having to deal with your employer putting this kind of pressure on you right now but unfortunately it really doesn’t surprise me in this day & age, within so many industries now you're just a number that makes up a set number of hours on the daily work rota!! It’s so unfair considering all you’ve been through! 

I completely agree with what’s been said in the other replies here, failing being in a union give the Macmillan Helpline a ring as they’ll either know the ins & outs of what your employer can insist upon or point you in the direction of someone that can advise. 

Let us know how you get on. 

Nicola 

Thank you for your kind and supportive words, I have contacted the disability lead at the hospital and they are disgusted in the treatment I’m getting.

Hopefully will get some resolution soon.

No practical help to offer, Sasue, but I'm so angry and frustrated on your behalf. What kind of jerks treat their staff this way? I'm so glad some others have offered real help. I'm sending you warrior energy!

Hugs

Suz