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to understand why a full day off was required and, as such, do not see that the breach should be rescinded.”
Another driver, who delivers packages for the f i rm in Lanarkshire, says he was fined £300 for missing work as his child fought for her life in hospital.
DPD sa i d : “It wou ld be inappropriate to comment on private correspondence with Mrs Lane.
“We have previously announced that we are undertaking a root-andbranch review of the way we work with self-employed franchisees and this will be led by the chief executive with independent, external advice.
“We’ve confirmed no franchisee driver will be charged for attending healthcare appointments.”