Havas’ James Wright formally expands remit in wake of Virginia Hyland exit

Havas has officially announced media boss Virginia Hyland’s departure, a week after reports emerged that she had taken the holdco’s local media arm to the Federal Court.

Hyland and her lawyers filed a Breach of General Protections claim against Havas Media, alleging a breach of workplace rights. According to the Fair Work Commission, this could refer to alleged adverse actions taken by employers such as dismissal, demotion, or unfair treatment.

The claim was settled outside of court.