A WOMAN from Caernarfon has had complaints of pregnancy and maternity discrimination against the Multiple Sclerosis Society (MS Society) upheld following an employment tribunal.

Cat Shorney-Jones also succeeded in a complaint of victimisation made against the organisation, who she worked for as an information and support officer for North West Wales.

The tribunal, held before Employment Judge Russell, took place in Cardiff at the end of June and lasted five days.

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Mrs Shorney-Jones succeeded in four complaints of pregnancy and maternity discrimination, and one complaint of victimisation made against the MS Society.

Though, other complaints of pregnancy and maternity discrimination, and of victimisation, were dismissed at the tribunal.

Nick Moberly, chief executive of the MS Society, said: "At the MS Society, we’re committed to supporting our employees and creating a positive working environment.

“We’re very saddened and disappointed this situation went to an employment tribunal, but we always aim to learn from such experiences and the outcomes. 

“As an organisation, we are constantly looking for ways we can improve our employment practices, including how we best support our colleagues’ needs.

“This helps us to ensure we’re providing the very best support to people with MS across the UK, which is our ultimate goal.”

Mrs Shorney-Jones was also approached for comment.

The MS Society is the UK's largest charity supporting those affected by multiple sclerosis.

Founded in 1953, it funds research, campaigns for change, and provides services that help those with multiple sclerosis and their families.