You have to wonder what Adrian Beecroftwould make of this one.
Mr Bentley issued 31 employment tribunal claims over a two year period. Each stemmed from his having been turned down for a job. He claimed age discrimination and, sometimes, disability discrimination.
None of the claims got as far as a full hearing. Nineteen were dismissed because they were not being actively pursued or because Mr Bentley hadn't attended hearings, had applied to withdraw them or because he'd failed to comply with tribunal orders. Eleven were struck out because they had no prospect of success and/or were scandalous or vexatious. Mr Bentley was subject to a number of costs orders too.
The tables turned when the Attorney General successfully applied for a Restriction of Proceedings Order. As a result, Mr Bentley now needs the permission of the Employment Appeal Tribunal before bringing a claim in the future. It's hoped that this order will help protect potential respondents and the reputation of the system.
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