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'Target on his back' | Worker made redundant accused firm of using furlough illegally

Worker made redundant accused firm of using furlough illegally

An accountant alleged that he was made redundant after raising concerns about his boss’ misuse of the furlough scheme.

As reported by Yorkshire Live, Chris Highe was awarded an undisclosed five figure sum after being let go from his role with Crowthers Accountants, where he had worked for 15 years and was reportedly the firm’s longest serving member of staff.

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