Tribunal finds individual’s severe eczema to be a disability

Glass v Promotion Line Ltd ET/3203338/2012

Ms Glass, who suffers from severe eczema, brought disability discrimination claims after she was dismissed by her employer.

Before her claim could proceed, the employment tribunal considered in a pre-hearing review whether or not her medical condition amounted to a disability.

Under the Equality Act 2010, to be disabled, she has to have an impairment that has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.

The employment tribunal in this case allowed the claimant’s disability discrimination case to proceed after finding that her severe eczema is a disability under the Equality Act 2010.

In this article, we summarise the tribunal decision confirming that an individual’s severe eczema met the legal definition of disability. You’ll find a clear overview of the case facts, the tribunal’s reasoning, and why the ruling matters for employers responsible for supporting staff with long‑term health conditions.

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