Question:
A comment is sought on a statement from Sandie Peggie's legal representatives on the recent Supreme Court ruling and restating her intention to continue her legal action against NHS Fife.
Response:
On the Supreme Court ruling, a spokesperson for NHS Fife said: “Following the recent Supreme Court ruling NHS Fife continues to await further expected guidance from the Scottish Government and the Equality and Human Rights Commission on its implications for NHS organisations across Scotland.”
On the ongoing employment tribunal, NHS Fife’s spokesperson added: “The claimant has said, in her statement, that she is determined to continue with her legal claim. The claimant is of course entitled to pursue her legal action. As a result, NHS Fife, as respondent, shall be required to continue to defend the case through the appropriate legal process. The case involves a range of complex matters, including an internal investigation that was initiated following concerns raised by a member of staff. NHS Fife believes it had a responsibility to fully investigate such matters.”
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