>He ruled that a boss would not be breaking employment law, for example, if they rejected a job application from an avid Tottenham Hotspur supporter because the office was full of Arsenal fans.
That seems like a very childish example to pick. It puts the power in the hands of the more childish employees ...
stockresearcher•14m ago
Yeah, you’d think that the Guardian would use City and United for their comparison, but the ruling was from the London area. It makes sense. Tottenham and Arsenal are both clubs from north London. The effect on office harmony could be deadly serious.
blinded•1h ago
Thats silly. I wonder what is worse not caring about a specific sport or being a fan of the opposite team.
TheCleric•22m ago
Depends how loudly, frequently, and annoyingly they mention "Oh I'm just not a fan of football."
lawlessone•55m ago
Sounds like way to reject people for a protected characteristic while avoid the liability of doing so.
duxup•1h ago
That seems like a very childish example to pick. It puts the power in the hands of the more childish employees ...
stockresearcher•14m ago