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JD Sports Settles £65,000 Harassment Claim by Ex-Employee

12/18/2025

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Jayla Boyd, a former JD Sports sales assistant in Belfast, settled a £65,000 sexual harassment claim.
The incident occurred in July 2024 when a male supervisor slapped her on the bottom.
She reported the incident and felt unsupported by her employer, who kept the supervisor near her.
JD Sports acknowledged distress and agreed to review policies with the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland.
Boyd resigned.

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Story summary

Jayla Boyd, a former JD Sports sales assistant in Belfast, settled a £65,000 sexual harassment claim.
The incident occurred in July 2024 when a male supervisor slapped her on the bottom.
She reported the incident and felt unsupported by her employer, who kept the supervisor near her.
JD Sports acknowledged distress and agreed to review policies with the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland.
Boyd resigned.