Arsenal kitman sacked over Israel-Palestine tweets sues club for discrimination
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Mark Bonnick, Arsenal FC’s former kitman, is suing the club for unfair dismissal after being let go due to social media posts supporting Palestine. Bonnick, who served over twenty years with the club, asserts the dismissal followed pressure from pro-Israel supporters. He contests allegations of antisemitism and claims he was unfairly treated compared to others who expressed differing political views. Bonnick's case has sparked a debate on freedom of expression and anti-Palestinian racism, as he calls for reinstatement and an apology from the club while navigating the legal proceedings ahead.
Arsenal FC is facing a lawsuit from former kitman Mark Bonnick, who claims he was unlawfully dismissed for his pro-Palestine social media posts against online pressure.
Bonnick alleges he was treated differently than other employees who expressed political views, insisting his dismissal came from expressing grief over genocide rather than misconduct.
He denies all allegations of antisemitism and believes his dismissal was a result of an unfair smear campaign targeted at his criticisms of Israel's military actions in Gaza.
The ongoing case raises important questions about freedom of expression, as Bonnick seeks reinstatement, damages, and the club's recognition of anti-Palestinian racism.
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