Lorna Rooke, an NHS worker, was awarded nearly £30,000 in compensation after a colleague wrongly compared her to Darth Vader through a Star Wars-themed personality test. The employment tribunal noted this comparison left Rooke feeling 'unpopular' and caused her emotional distress, contributing to her resignation from the NHS Blood and Transplant service. Judge Kathryn Ramsden pointed out the negative implications of being associated with a notorious villain, affirming the need for respectful workplace behavior. Rooke also pursued claims for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination but was unsuccessful in those areas.
The tribunal emphasized that being compared to Darth Vader, a legendary villain, was derogatory and hurtful, underscoring the importance of respectful workplace interactions.
Judge Kathryn Ramsden indicated that the test's outcome had been unfairly presented to Ms Rooke, causing emotional distress and contributing to her decision to resign.
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