The mother of a young Treasury employee who died by suicide after disciplinary proceedings has urged the government department to overhaul its handling of such cases.
Chloe Moffat, 26, worked as a personal assistant for nearly three years before her death. Despite an “exemplary employment record” and being nominated for promotion, she was deeply affected by a meeting regarding an anonymous complaint, according to her inquest.
During the meeting, Moffat was informed of allegations about sharing confidential information and had restricted access to email and diary systems. She was not given prior notice of the meeting’s purpose or attendees, including a senior manager.
Witnesses stated she left the meeting “devastated,” believing she had lost her job. She took her own life the following day.
Her mother, Anne, argued that clearer communication about the process—especially reassurance that Moffat’s position was secure—could have prevented the tragedy. She recommended introducing mental welfare assessments for employees facing disciplinary action.
The Treasury has since announced changes to its disciplinary procedures, including mandatory manager training. However, critics note inconsistencies in how Moffat was informed about the investigation’s potential outcome.
Friends described Moffat as dedicated and principled, noting she “never made a mistake” and took pride in her work. Her absence has left colleagues devastated.
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