ABC journalist ‘forced to resign’
Regional reporter hits out over lack of flexibility on childcare hours.
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ABC Wimmera journalist Danielle Grindlay took to social media yesterday claimed she was ‘forced to resign’ from her part-time role.
Grindlay accused the broadcaster of a lack of flexibility around childcare hours.
I successfully navigated this exact job under a former manager, with absolutely no issue. Apparently it’s no longer “practical”.
— Danielle Grindlay (@danigrindlay) September 7, 2021
I’m in a fortunate position and now have other career plans.
Lucky I’m not a single mother. Or the main breadwinner for my family.
If this is how “the most attractive” workplace in the country treats parents, we’ve got a long long way to go in 2021.— Danielle Grindlay (@danigrindlay) September 7, 2021
The ABC issued a statement saying it was “committed to providing a flexible workplace for all staff, including those returning from maternity leave, subject to operational requirements.
“The ABC offered to explore flexible work options with Danielle,” ABC said.
Source: news.com.au
One Response
… in my own experience, the ABC is the most “flexible” employer in the country, often bending over backwards to accede to staff demands … so why is it that some people who call themselves journalists today think their own selfish wants are more important than the outfit that pays their salary?