Cyber Bob, you're right what you say about gross mis conduct, but the instance in which I refer, wasn't gross mis conduct. However if you are represented by someone from the union who knows what the company can and cannot legally do, you certainly stand a better chance. They 'may' not be of any help, but you certainly have a better chance.
Ps, sorry don't have time for TV, too busy flying and running my own business!! Oh, other than corrie of course, I like something decent to get my teeth into!!