Dronsfield v The University of Reading [2019] UKEAT 0255/18

In house solicitor’s amendment of investigation report did not taint fairness of dismissal

This case concerns the fairness of a dismissal in circumstances where an investigation report into Mr Dronsfield’s alleged misconduct (conducting a sexual relationship with a student) was reviewed by an in house lawyer who amended the report and omitted factors favourable to Mr Dronsfield in the final report.