I have worked for the same company for 25 years. I am good at my job. I have a daily assignment which I carry out alone. I don’t have to go into the office and do not have social contacts with other employees.
Work have engaged a much younger person who will earn less and fits the positive discrimination guidelines who I believe is a replacement for me.
Work have asked me to attend a zoom meeting where they have found texts going back several years and accused me of bullying behaviour. I have not been aware of deliberately bullying somebody. I feel this is a trumped up excuse to get rid of me, save money, and comply with current employment requirements .
Last year I had some issues and needed to see a counsellor and asked in a text for time off to attend the appointment. This was refused as too busy.
I have always worked unpaid overtime and on days off but this is not being recognised. I am good at my job.
I am early fifties so couldn’t draw my pension yet.
Any idea how I should defend myself. I am usually non confrontational.
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