The spa manager at Carnoustie Golf Hotel & Spa, Sharon Anfield, faced a setback after attempting to sue the prestigious golf course following her decision to work 10 consecutive days without notifying anyone. Anfield, who has been with the hotel since May 2018 and was promoted to Spa Manager in June 2025, claimed she felt forced to resign due to the demanding schedule she chose.

During an employment tribunal, Anfield asserted that the 10-day work stretch was the 'last straw' and that she had no choice but to leave her £30,000-a-year position. However, it was revealed that the hotel management was completely unaware of her decision to work the extended hours.

Key points from the tribunal included:

• Anfield's contract stipulated a 40-hour work week over five days, allowing for weekend shifts.
• She had initially been scheduled to work December 14 to 24 but opted to extend her hours due to staffing shortages.
• Anfield did not raise her concerns with management, leaving them unaware of her situation.

On December 29, she resigned with immediate effect but did not seek new employment for months, citing personal reasons. The tribunal found that her claims of constructive unfair dismissal were unfounded, as her decision to work the extended hours was voluntary and not due to any breach of contract by the hotel. Employment Judge Michelle Sutherland dismissed her claims, stating that the hotel had not acted inappropriately regarding her workload. Anfield’s further claim regarding unlawful wage deductions was also dismissed.