Ex-Facebook moderator granted anonymity in mental health lawsuit against firm

The former staff member claims to have experienced nightmares and insomnia after watching graphic videos

In the action, the worker is suing for damages for personal injuries allegedly arising out of the negligence, breach of duty and reckless infliction of emotional suffering on the part of Facebook, its servants, or agents in allegedly failing to provide a safe system of work. File photo

A former Facebook content moderator who is suing the firm over alleged mental health damage arising out of their employment has been granted anonymity by the High Court after expressing fears for their security and safety.

The employee, a non-EU national, said there were concerns the nature of their previous role within the social media company puts them at risk of government retaliation in another jurisdiction they regularly visit.