Thank you for this. I am having problems at the moment! I am Type 1, and started a new job in January this year. I did not know when accepting the job that it was run along the lines of a call centre, in fact I was told on more that one occasion when making the application that this was definitely not the case!
So, I now find myself in a position where strict bra peaks have to be adhered to, in terms of when I am allowed to eat. Unfortunately, this means that I may have my lunch at anytime between 11.30 and 13.30! Although there is a 15 minute break in the morning and again in the afternoon, I am still not allowed to eat something at my desk should I need to. In fact, I was once told off for earring a Rolo when I felt I was going a bit low! This is just one example of direct discrimination that I have had reason to speak to them ion about. What makes matters worse is that the Team Manager is Type 2, but is ignorant enough to think that I can manage in the same way as her, i e. have a round of toast for breakfast and then have nothing apart from an apple for lunch at 1 or 2! And, consequently, she of course is allowed to eat and drink whatever she wants, when she wants!
I didn't manage to get my lunch until 13:40 today (should have been 1pm), but because of sickness and the person coming back late, I had to wait. This is causing big problems in that I have to make up for highs and lows by having sugary snacks in break times, full sugar drinks on my desk in case of emergencies, having to inject, more than I normally would, and having knock on effects, one of which is weight gain!
I have contacted HR three times now asking for their policy on disabled workers. Their latest answer is to send the sickness policy!
Does anyone have any suggestions please?