Former London Transit commissioner sues city hall, citing wrongful dismissal [Video]

A former member of the London Transit Commission (LTC) is suing city hall for wrongful dismissal two months after politicians decided to take over the board that oversees the public transit system. 

Sheryl Rooth has sat on the LTC since 2014, and is accusing the City of London of breaching its obligation as her de-facto employer as the entity that oversees the transit board. 

“Ms. Rooth was in a contractual relationship with the City of London. She is also a paid ‘volunteer’ with the City of London…As Such, Ms. Rooth was entitled to be treated in good faith, receive due process, and not be subjecto a bad faith termination.” 

Rooth’s lawyer, Susan Toth, declined to comment. The City of London said it filed a statement of defence on Thursday and also declined to comment. 

The case raises questions about who is considered an employee and the obligations that city politicians …