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Thomas Beale

Head of Workplace Bullying and Harassment
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Thomas is a Partner and Head of the Bullying and Harassment team at Bolt Burdon Kemp having joined the firm in March 2018.

Thomas qualified as a solicitor in 2009 and has previously held a role as Partner in Bolt Burdon Kemp’s Abuse Team, where he specialised in representing survivors of abuse.

In his current position, Thomas is dedicated to representing individuals who have suffered physical or psychiatric harm due to workplace harassment or bullying. In this role, Thomas specialises in bringing claims against employers in order to help protect peoples’ rights and remove barriers that prevent people from reaching their full potential.

Recently, Thomas acted in a groundbreaking case before the Supreme Court of England and Wales: Trustees of the Barry Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses v BXB [2023]. This case involved issues of harassment, abuse of power, and sexual assault against a woman, and it serves as a significant precedent in defining the boundaries of vicarious liability.

Thomas is extremely passionate about his work and committed to getting the best possible results for his clients. Thomas believes excellent client care is paramount, approaching every case with the sensitivity and the understanding required. Thomas is a strong litigator and fights to obtain the maximum damages for all of his clients as well as ensuring that they have the support needed throughout the entire litigation process.

He is a dedicated member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and the Employment Lawyers Association.

Media Commentary:

As an expert, Thomas regularly appears in the media to offer his opinion on the developments in the law surrounding bullying, harassment and abuse, appearing on the BBC, ITV and in The Guardian, The Telegraph and Daily Mail. Here are some examples:

  • Foxtons facing fresh allegations of workplace harassment – Financial Reporter (8 April 2025)
  • Primark CEO resigns following allegations from female colleague – The Standard (21 March 2025)
  • BBC ‘has lessons to learn’ as Wynne Evans scandal ‘not a good look’ – Daily Express (28 January 2025)
  • McDonald’s slammed over ‘abhorrent abuse of power’ in sex for shifts scandal – The Mirror (19 January 2025)
  • Gregg Wallace: Why open secrets proliferate in the workplace – City AM (5 December 2024)
  • Improved whistleblowing culture could protect firms against reputational risk – FT Adviser (4 November 2024)
  • The importance of investing in employee mental wellbeing – Employment Lawyer (17 October 2024)
  • How can employers challenge ‘shocking’ levels of bullying of LGBT+ workers? – People Management (2 October 2024)

Thomas's Recent Posts

Workplace Injury Claims
Primark chief executive resigns after inappropriate conduct allegations

Primark chief executive Paul Marchant has resigned with immediate effect after an investigation into allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards a female colleague in a social…

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By Thomas Beale
Workplace Injury Claims
Citibank executive claiming maternity discrimination settles case for £215k

Global banking firm, Citibank, is facing intense scrutiny after a former employee was blocked from a long-anticipated promotion after she returned from maternity leave. Maeve…

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By Thomas Beale
Workplace Injury Claims
BBC sorry for failing to act on Tim Westwood's 'predatory' behaviour

The BBC has apologised for missing opportunities to act on “considerable” evidence about Tim Westwood’s alleged bullying and misogynistic behaviour, following a £3.3 million review.…

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  • Tommy was excellent. The service I received was flawless. Tommy kept me up to date and followed through and delivered what he said he would – he was spot on with everything he did for me.
    – LK, Workplace Injury client
  • I would like to take this opportunity to express on behalf of our family, our gratitude to your whole team for your excellent advice, support and communication throughout the whole process. In particular, Tommy Beale. In addition to having a very clear understanding of the law and the issues around…
    – S L, Abuse Claims clients
  • Thomas was respectful, tasteful and kind. I was apprehensive in the beginning as it was a very sensitive matter for me but I needn't have worried, Thomas put me at ease right away. He kept me up to date at all times and the communication was faultless. He went above…
    – N H, Abuse Claims client
  • Thomas was so supportive, approachable, friendly and very professional. I was very happy with Thomas and all that he achieved for me. He gave me the confidence to keep going throughout my case. I have no complaints at all, the firm is really fantastic.
    – Anonymous Abuse Claims client

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