2022

Surveyor (zero-hours contract, 8 years' service) v Valunation Ltd

A surveyor on a zero-hours contract lost his unfair dismissal claim after presenting it four months late, but his age discrimination claim was allowed to proceed.

Architectural Assistant (4 years' service) v HGP Architects Limited

An architectural assistant who resigned claiming bullying by his manager has lost his unfair dismissal case. The tribunal found the employer's grievance process was reasonable and the final straw was not a breach of contract.

Fitness club manager (4 months' service) v Inrenos 2 Ltd

A fitness club manager who swore at his boss during a heated phone call about his resignation was wrongfully dismissed. The tribunal awarded £1,273.52 in damages and repayment of unauthorised deductions.

Former employee v Mayfair Residential Care Home Ltd

A former employee of Mayfair Residential Care Home Ltd won claims for unfair dismissal, redundancy payment, and unpaid holiday pay, receiving £2,455.39 in total.

Driving Examiner (4 years' service) v The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

A driving examiner with four years' service was fairly dismissed after driving recklessly on DVSA property and failing to check a candidate's licence. The tribunal rejected his claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.

Part-time sales advisor (dairy farming equipment) v LC Longtown Limited

A part-time sales advisor who admitted submitting false time sheets was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal also awarded him £250 in unpaid commission and £1,412 for the employer's failure to provide written particulars.

Former employee (less than 2 years' service) v District Enforcement Limited

A former employee who resigned after less than two years' service had her unfair dismissal claim dismissed and lost claims for notice pay, holiday pay and expenses.

Plumber (2 months' service) v Melon Renovations Ltd

A plumber who worked for just two months was awarded £5,294 after his employer failed to pay his full wages and holiday pay. The employer did not attend the hearing or file a response.

Sales Manager (24 years' service) v The Estate of Glenn Hamish Manuel T/A Baytree Car Sales

A sales manager with 24 years' service was dismissed by text message without any disciplinary process. The tribunal awarded him £38,229.54 for unfair dismissal, unpaid wages, and breach of contract.

Former employee v Pearce Recruitment Limited T/A Accept Recruitment

A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was struck out because they had worked for the respondent for less than two years. The tribunal also dealt with a default judgment for unauthorised deductions, which was later revoked.

Head of Welding (Mr Fuller, 5 years' service) and Welder/MOT tester (Mr Jackson, 4 years' service) v Kingsley Cars Limited

Two employees were unfairly dismissed after being sacked for gross misconduct without a disciplinary hearing. The tribunal found the process was procedurally flawed.

Graduate Building Surveyor (1 year 1 month service) v Prinsegate Developments Ltd

A graduate building surveyor who resigned after his employer failed to pay his March salary, commission and bonus has been awarded £2,989.74 by an employment tribunal for unauthorised deductions.

Assistive technology support role (21 years' service) v Thirteen Housing Group Ltd

A tribunal dismissed all claims brought by an assistive technology support worker with 21 years' service against Thirteen Housing Group Ltd, including allegations of direct age discrimination and unfair dismissal.

Former employee (17 years' service) v Drive Software Solutions Limited

A former employee with 17 years' service was awarded over £100,000 after his employer failed to engage with the tribunal process, leading to a default judgment and strike-out of their response.

Service Technician (3 years' service) v First Subsea Limited

A service technician who presented an unfair dismissal claim without an early conciliation certificate, claiming an exemption for interim relief that was never applied for, had his claim rejected by the tribunal for lack of jurisdiction.

NHS employee (10 years' service) v Barts Health NHS Trust

An NHS trust fairly dismissed a theatre nurse with 10 years' service after she was absent for over two years due to stress. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably in concluding she would not return to her role.

Area Service Manager (3 years' service) v Acis Group Limited

An Area Service Manager was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after driving his personal vehicle for business without a valid MOT certificate for nearly a year. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision.

Former employee (12 years' service) v Owen Owen (Western) Ltd (in liquidation)

A former employee with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed by reason of redundancy, but a 100% Polkey deduction meant no compensatory award. The tribunal awarded £4,362.20 for redundancy, unpaid wages, holiday pay, and other losses.

Beauty course teacher (3 months' service) v The Vogue Clinic Limited

A teacher who resigned after just three months' service failed to prove she was dismissed. The tribunal found she quit voluntarily, and her disability discrimination claims did not succeed.

Administration officer (16 years' service) v The Home Office

An administration officer with 16 years' service was unfairly dismissed by the Home Office after developing Charcot foot from a workplace trip. The tribunal found the department ignored its own code on injuries caused by Crown negligence.

Mystery shopper (worker) v My View Ltd

Four mystery shoppers who lost their jobs when Douglas Stafford Ltd collapsed failed to prove their contracts transferred to My View Ltd. The tribunal found no transfer of an undertaking, dismissing their claims for unpaid wages and holiday pay.

Registered Manager of a care company (15 months' service) v Happy Care Limited

A care company's registered manager was automatically unfairly dismissed after making protected disclosures to the CQC and police. The tribunal found the employer fabricated a homophobia allegation and sexually harassed her. She was awarded £73,474.

Butcher (12 years' service) v Bicks Chicks Ltd

A butcher with 12 years' service was summarily dismissed for coming to work after testing positive for COVID-19. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair but reduced compensation by 75% for contributory fault.

HGV driver (12 years' service) v Kier Integrated Services Ltd

An HGV driver with 12 years' service was reinstated after a successful appeal against dismissal for gross misconduct. The tribunal allowed his victimisation claims to proceed but dismissed direct race discrimination claims as out of time.

Former employee v Park & Birch Ltd

A former employee won £10,748.88 after their employer made an unauthorised deduction from wages and unfairly dismissed them. The tribunal added a 25% uplift because the employer breached the ACAS Code of Practice.

Former employee v Boilertech (NW) Limited

A former employee has won a default judgment against Boilertech (NW) Limited after the company failed to respond to claims of unauthorised wage deductions and unfair dismissal. The tribunal awarded £2,758.46 in total.

Former employees (3 years' service) v Costal and Country Devonshire Arms Ltd (trading as Coastal and Country Devonshire Arms Ltd)

Two former employees were unfairly dismissed and awarded over £42,000 for unpaid notice, unauthorised deductions, holiday pay, and pension contributions, plus a 25% uplift for the employer's failure to comply with ACAS rules.

Carer/Support Worker (2 years' service) v Golden Hands Home Care Limited

A care worker who was suspended without pay for over two months and accused of acting because a manager was Filipina has won her claims for constructive unfair dismissal, racial harassment, and unlawful deduction of wages.

Office administrator (2 years' service) v Links Waste Management Ltd. t/a JM Waste Management

An office administrator with two years' service was unfairly dismissed after being told she was not an 'A player'. The tribunal awarded £3,809.67, including an ACAS uplift for failing to follow a fair procedure.

Former employee v Hayre Builders Company Limited

A Reading tribunal awarded a former employee £178,199.82 after finding he was unfairly dismissed, with the employer failing to provide a written statement of particulars and unreasonably ignoring the Acas Code.

Civil Enforcement Officer v Serco Limited

A civil enforcement officer's attempt to bring a claim on behalf of 12 colleagues was initially rejected due to a technical glitch in the online ET1 form, but the tribunal later revoked its decision after reconsideration.

Fabrication Welder (8 years' service) v Sterling Thermal Technology Limited

A fabrication welder with 8 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after being scored lowest in his pool, despite having undisclosed disabilities and being on furlough. The tribunal upheld the employer's process.

Security Officer (7 months' service) v Mitie Security (First) Ltd

A security officer with only seven months' service was fairly dismissed for aggressive behaviour and misuse of the grievance policy after repeatedly challenging his employer's face mask rules during the pandemic. The tribunal rejected all claims of automatic unfair dismissal and discrimination.

Former employee v London Borough of Bexley

A tribunal has allowed a former employee to amend her claim to include indirect sex discrimination after her employer refused her request for flexible hours during school closures.

Assistant Principal (7 years' service) v The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

An assistant principal with seven years' service was unfairly dismissed after physically restraining a disruptive student. The school had not provided positive handling training and failed to preserve full CCTV evidence.

Former employee (2 years' service) v Seewoo Foods (Greenwich) Limited

A former employee with just two years' service has been awarded £109,363 after her employer failed to respond to her unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, and unlawful deductions claims.

Head of Clinical Governance v Mitie Care and Custody Limited

A tribunal found that a head of clinical governance was disabled due to depression and anxiety, but refused her application to add race, religion and sex discrimination claims as out of time.

Former employee v Kingdom Services Group Ltd

A former employee's claims for unfair dismissal, breach of contract and unlawful deductions were struck out because they were not presented within the three-month time limit. The tribunal had no jurisdiction to hear them.

Former employee (17 years' service) v Rayhome Limited

A former employee with 17 years' service was awarded over £20,000 after her employer failed to pay wages, notice pay, holiday pay, and pension contributions upon redundancy.

Head of Estates (13 years' service) v Muntham House Ltd

A head of estates with 13 years' service was unfairly dismissed for selling a disused oil tank for £230. The tribunal found the investigation and appeal process were biased and procedurally flawed.

Former employee v Revmo Europe Limited

A former employee's unfair dismissal claim was struck out because he had less than two years' service. His claims over stock options and unpaid salary also failed.

Compliance Manager (4 years' service) v High Speed Two Limited (HS2)

A Compliance Manager was constructively dismissed after HS2 took over a year to resolve her grievance, despite occupational health warnings. The tribunal awarded £7,647.92.

Petrol station employee (17 years' service) v AKS Forcort Limited

A petrol station employee with 17 years' service was automatically unfairly dismissed when the incoming operator refused to hire her. The tribunal awarded £29,242.10, with the transferee held solely liable.

Agency driver v DHU Healthcare CIC

An agency driver who was dismissed after his mask exemption led to a dispute with a healthcare provider has won his unfair dismissal claim, but the tribunal found he was not an employee of the company that refused his services.

Engineering Manager (1 year 2 months' service) v UPW Industrial Applications Ltd

An Engineering Manager who refused to return to work citing childcare commitments was not automatically unfairly dismissed for raising health and safety concerns. The tribunal found his principal reason for refusing was childcare, not Covid-19 fears.

Former employee (security services) v Marshall 247 Services Ltd (in liquidation)

A security services employee was unfairly dismissed and subjected to detriments after refusing to forego holiday rights. The tribunal awarded over £46,000 in compensation.

Former employee (6 years' service) v WFM Food London Ltd

A former employee with six years' service was unfairly dismissed by WFM Food London Ltd and awarded £27,863 after the company failed to follow the ACAS code and made unauthorised deductions from wages.

Former employee (warehouse operative) v Tesco Stores Limited

A former Tesco warehouse operative who was dismissed for making a racist remark and sending threatening messages has lost his claims for unfair dismissal, race discrimination, victimisation, whistleblowing detriment, and holiday pay.

Systems Manager (40 years' service) v Loomis UK Limited

A systems manager with 40 years' service was unfairly dismissed when his employer decided to eliminate his unique role before any consultation. The tribunal applied a 67% Polkey reduction, meaning compensation will be significantly reduced.

Former employee v David Paul Warnock

Three former employees had their unfair dismissal complaints struck out because they had less than two years' service. However, they won default judgments for unauthorised deductions and holiday pay, totalling £2,891.77.

Nursery manager (13 years' service) v Ms D Royal t/a Happy Days Nursery

A nursery manager with 13 years' service resigned before a disciplinary hearing and claimed constructive dismissal, but the tribunal rejected her claim, finding the employer's actions did not breach the implied term of trust and confidence.

Former employee v London Underground Limited

A former London Underground employee who was dismissed for having a second full-time job without consent had all his claims struck out. The tribunal found his unfair dismissal claim could not proceed due to lack of service, and his discrimination claim was brought too late.

Former employee v Plant Hub Organic Ltd

Two former employees of Plant Hub Organic Ltd saw their unfair dismissal claims halted after the company was dissolved. One claim was withdrawn for lack of service, the other stayed pending restoration of the company.

Business Development Manager (8 years' service) v FMG Repair Services Ltd

Three of seven employees found to have transferred under TUPE when part of their employer's business was sold out of administration. The tribunal examined assignment of roaming, multi-site workers.

Former employee v Kirwan and Sons Limited

A former employee was unfairly dismissed and awarded over £7,600 in compensation after her employer failed to pay redundancy, notice, holiday pay, and statutory sick pay.

Apprentice Stylist v Corrine Sterry T/A Baloolah Hair

An apprentice stylist who had less than two years' service had her unfair dismissal claim struck out, and the rest of her claim was later struck out for non-compliance and lack of active pursuit.

Former employee v Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd

A former employee who did not dial in to a preliminary telephone hearing had his claims of constructive unfair dismissal, age discrimination and unpaid wages thrown out. His late application for reconsideration was also refused.

Former employee v Inari Sushi and Grill Limited

A former employee who was unfairly dismissed for whistleblowing and subjected to multiple breaches including unpaid holiday pay and unauthorised deductions has been awarded £13,117.36 by an employment tribunal.

Former employee v RSL Distribution Limited

Four former employees of RSL Distribution Limited have been awarded redundancy payments totalling over £26,000 after the company failed to defend the claim. Other claims were dismissed as out of time.

Former chief ethics and compliance officer (CECO) at an Afghan university v American University of Afghanistan

An employment tribunal has ruled it has no jurisdiction to hear claims of unfair dismissal, whistleblowing and race discrimination brought by a former chief ethics officer of the American University of Afghanistan, as the connection to Great Britain was insufficient.

Accounts Assistant (10 months' service) v Glasswell & Last Ltd

A tribunal rejected a constructive unfair dismissal claim from an accounts assistant with 10 months' service, finding the employer acted reasonably throughout and the claimant's evidence lacked credibility.

Architectural Assistant (unqualified, 6 years' service) v Cube Design Ltd

An architectural assistant with six years' service was made redundant without any prior consultation. The tribunal found the dismissal procedurally unfair but awarded no compensation because redundancy was inevitable.

Accountant (1 year's service) v HGA Accountants and Financial Consultants Ltd

An accountant who worked for just over a year lost his disability discrimination claim after the tribunal found he did not have a disability under the Equality Act. He was awarded £22.43 for an unauthorised wage deduction.

Kickstart Scheme employee (6-month contract) v Greater Manchester Football Club Limited

A Kickstart Scheme employee was paid just once during a six-month contract. The employment tribunal ordered Greater Manchester Football Club Limited to pay £5,098.36 in unpaid wages and a DBS fee.

Sales manager (15 years' service) v Grange Motors (Brentwood) Limited

A sales manager with 15 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross negligence after failing to escalate a pricing error on two Land Rovers. The tribunal rejected his claims for unfair dismissal and unpaid wages.

Store manager (9 months' service) v La Portegna Limited

A store manager with only 9 months' service won her claim for unauthorised wage deductions after her employer deducted sick pay she was promised. The tribunal ordered La Portegna Limited to pay £2,466.56.

Former employee v Unite Telecoms Limited

A former employee won £29,477 in disability discrimination and holiday pay after Unite Telecoms Limited failed to comply with tribunal orders and had its response struck out.

Compliance officer (informal arrangement) v Bel-Marking Ltd

A tribunal dismissed claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and unpaid wages after finding the claimant was not an employee or worker but had an informal business arrangement with Bel-Marking Ltd.

Kitchen Assistant/Relief Cook (16 years' service) v Thames Reach Charity

A kitchen assistant with 16 years' service had her disability discrimination claim struck out after failing to comply with a deposit order. The tribunal found no reasonable excuse for non-payment.

Former employee v David Morris Window Cleaning Ltd

A former employee who brought unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal and breach of contract claims had all three struck out after failing to attend a preliminary hearing and not having two years' service.

Boutique Coffee Specialist (9 years' service) v Nestle UK Limited

A tribunal has ruled that a coffee specialist's type 2 diabetes and plantar fasciitis were not disabilities under the Equality Act, dismissing his discrimination claim at a preliminary stage.

Former employee v Morecambe Bay Wines Ltd

A former employee who worked for less than two years at Morecambe Bay Wines Ltd had their unfair dismissal claim struck out, but won £1,339.64 in an unlawful deduction from wages claim.

Work placement officer (7 months' service) v Middlesex University

A work placement officer with 7 months' service lost her claims of discrimination, harassment, and unfair dismissal after her fixed-term contract expired. The tribunal found no evidence of unlawful treatment.

Head Teacher / Principal (part-time) v Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamia

An employment tribunal has refused to strike out most claims brought by a former head teacher against Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamia, including allegations of disability discrimination and whistleblowing detriment. However, the reasonable adjustments claim was ordered to be subject to a deposit order hearing.

Former employee v TLC Group Limited

A former employee who believed her dismissal only took effect after her appeal was rejected has had her unfair dismissal claim struck out as out of time. The tribunal refused to extend the deadline.

Warehouse operative (2 years' service) v DHL Services Limited

A warehouse operative with two years' service was fairly dismissed after repeatedly refusing a reasonable instruction to clean up debris. The tribunal rejected his unfair dismissal claim.

Kitchen porter / maintenance assistant (2 years' service) v East Sussex National Limited

A kitchen porter was constructively dismissed after his employer ended a trial maintenance assistant role without warning, citing performance and lack of a driving licence. The tribunal awarded £4,311.55.

Course Director and Lecturer (7 years' service) v The College of West Anglia

A college lecturer with seven years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after using a compressed air hose to extinguish a workshop fire, breaching health and safety rules. The tribunal upheld the dismissal.

Production Team Manager (5 years' service) v Edible Oils Ltd

A production manager who was called a 'gangster' by a colleague in a canteen row had his racial harassment claim upheld, but his unfair dismissal claim failed because a later investigation was thorough.

Former employee v Freight Transport Association Limited (t/a Logistics UK)

A tribunal struck out claims for unfair dismissal, unpaid wages and race discrimination after the claimant failed to attend a preliminary hearing and his claims were presented out of time.

Former employee (previous owner of the company) v Nortim Precision Engineering Limited

A tribunal dismissed a former employee's claims of constructive unfair dismissal and age discrimination because they were brought too late, despite his ill health and furlough.

Practice Manager (4.5 years' service) v Dr A Milner t/a Anlaby Surgery

A practice manager with 4.5 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a dispute over pay for work at an Improving Access Hub. The tribunal found the real reason was a breakdown in the relationship, not misconduct. She was awarded £24,440.

Former employee v Roudh Enterprise Limited

A former employee has been awarded £14,363.05 after the Employment Tribunal found their unfair dismissal, breach of contract and holiday pay claims well-founded. The employer did not attend the hearing.

Van driver (2 years 8 months' service) v Complex Logistics Ltd

A van driver lost his unfair dismissal claim after breaching a final written warning, but was awarded £3,507 for unpaid notice, wages, and holiday pay.

Former employees v NV Projects Ltd

A Leeds tribunal ordered NV Projects Ltd to pay a group of former employees for unauthorised deductions from wages, holiday pay, and failure to provide written statements. One employee also won a breach of contract claim for notice pay.

Office administrator v Emax Trading Limited

A tribunal awarded over £10,000 to two office administrators after finding that one was discriminated against due to pregnancy and the other unfairly dismissed. The employer failed to conduct a pregnancy risk assessment and did not provide written employment particulars.

Former employee v Fyre Group Limited

A former employee won over £41,000 for pregnancy discrimination after her employer failed to respond to the tribunal claim. The award includes loss of earnings, injury to feelings, and an ACAS uplift.

Technical Services Manager (11 years' service) v RGB HiFi & Video Limited

A Technical Services Manager who refused to attend welfare meetings or complete health questionnaires was fairly dismissed on capability grounds after 16 months' absence. The tribunal rejected his claims for unfair dismissal, redundancy pay, and arrears of pay.

Experienced machinist v Concept Recruitment Group Ltd

An experienced machinist from the Czech Republic claimed race discrimination after a dispute with Polish neighbours at work led to him being barred from the client site. The tribunal dismissed his claim, finding no evidence of race-based treatment.

NHS employee (fixed-term contract) v King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

An NHS employee on a fixed-term contract had their unfair dismissal and redundancy claims thrown out because they lacked the required continuous service. The tribunal had no jurisdiction to hear the case.

IT consultant (3 years' service) v Primary Technologies (S.E.) Limited

An IT consultant who took unpaid leave after her furlough request was refused, then failed to return to work, was fairly dismissed for misconduct. The tribunal upheld the employer's decision.

Personal assistant (11 years' service) v Mr A Goldstein (1), Mr V Sareen (2)

A personal assistant with 11 years' service was constructively dismissed after raising health and safety concerns about attending work during the November 2020 lockdown. The tribunal awarded her over £115,000 in total.

Bakery operative (3.5 years' service) v Smart Dough Ltd

A bakery operative who resigned after being unable to take holiday for two years has been awarded £4,569.60 in unpaid wages, holiday pay and notice pay. The employer did not defend the claim.

Dental nurse (GDC accredited) v Mr J O’Dea t/a St Clement Dental Care

A dental nurse who suffered a brain haemorrhage after childbirth was unfairly dismissed by her employer, who failed to consult her or obtain an up-to-date medical report. The tribunal awarded her £38,191 in compensation.

HGV driver (12 years' service) v MAM Transport Services Limited

A tribunal found that an HGV driver with 12 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his employer lost trust in him over a back injury suffered in Poland. He was awarded £13,335.

Bus driver (8 years' service) v London United Busways Limited

An employment tribunal found that London United Busways unfairly dismissed a bus driver who refused to work in March 2020 due to Covid-19 safety concerns. The driver was awarded £13,410 in compensation.

Former employee v Halsey Masonic Hall, Watford, Limited

An employment tribunal dismissed all remaining claims of a former employee who did not attend the final hearing and failed to comply with court orders, ending a case that had already lost several claims due to non-compliance.

Security guard (placed by recruitment agency) v CDX Security Ltd

A security guard who alleged race and sex discrimination by a senior officer had her entire claim dismissed after repeatedly failing to provide a list of documents as ordered by the tribunal.

Community accountant (21 years' service) v Community Accountancy Self Help

A community accountant with 21 years' service had her pay and hours halved without her agreement. The tribunal ordered the charity to repay £16,893 in unlawfully deducted wages.

Security guard (7 weeks' service) v Warlite Security Ltd

A security guard who complained about dirty high-vis vests and lack of rest breaks during the pandemic was not automatically unfairly dismissed, but was awarded £541.40 in unpaid wages.

Waitress (22 years' service) v Lornar Ltd

A waitress who worked for Lornar Ltd for 22 years had her unfair dismissal claim rejected because she missed the three-month time limit by several months.

Former employee (Principal Stylist) v Ms M Bratton and Evanlils Ltd

A tribunal dismissed all claims of unfair dismissal and homophobic abuse brought by a former Principal Stylist after he failed to attend the preliminary hearing or comply with case management orders.

Former employee (Help Desk Operator, 7 years' service) v Harrods Ltd

A tribunal struck out a former Harrods employee's religion or belief discrimination claim as out of time, but allowed his constructive unfair dismissal claim to proceed to a final hearing.

Bus driver (4 years' service) v Abellio London Ltd

A bus driver with four years' service was fairly dismissed for capability after a long-term wrist injury prevented safe driving. The tribunal also rejected his claim for unpaid wages as out of time.

Former employee v Small and Beautiful Limited

A former employee who was dismissed shortly after raising concerns about not being paid the national minimum wage has won over £17,000 in compensation for automatic unfair dismissal, race discrimination, and unlawful deductions.

Mobile operative (4.5 years' service) v Serco Limited

A mobile operative who was dismissed after repeatedly raising concerns about understaffing, inadequate PPE, and unsanitary conditions at Serco's London Cycle Hire Scheme has won his claim for automatic unfair dismissal. The tribunal found the principal reason for his dismissal was his protected disclosures.

Sales Representative and Branch and Sales Manager (continuous employment from 1 August 2018 to 1 March 2021) v First Home Improvements (England) Ltd

A sales representative's claim against the wrong company was allowed to proceed after the tribunal ruled the form met minimum requirements, even though the respondent named was not the intended employer.

Patient Access Co-ordinator (3 years' service) v Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

A Patient Access Co-ordinator who resigned claiming bullying and victimisation has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no repudiatory breach of trust and confidence.

Former employee v Kirkby Blinds Direct Limited (In Voluntary Liquidation)

A former employee won claims for unfair dismissal, notice pay, and unlawful deduction of wages (holiday pay and underpayment of salary) against Kirkby Blinds Direct Limited, which was in voluntary liquidation. The tribunal awarded £1,497.36.

Former employee v Victuals Trading Limited t/a Brooks

A former employee won £292.92 after his employer made deductions from wages without written authorisation and failed to pay holiday pay. The employer later tried to rely on evidence it could have produced at the original hearing.

Former employee v Reel Appeal Limited

A former employee who raised health and safety concerns was awarded £2,953.39 for breach of contract after being dismissed without notice, but the tribunal rejected his whistleblowing and unfair dismissal claims.

Customer Sales Assistant (4 years' service) v The Co-operative Group

A customer sales assistant who resigned claiming bullying and race discrimination lost his constructive dismissal claim after tribunal found CCTV evidence contradicted his account. All claims were dismissed as unfounded and partly out of time.

Director and shareholder of Pinnacle Support Services Group Ltd v Horizons Plus Ltd

A director and shareholder of a limited company claimed he was a worker for a client of his company. The tribunal dismissed the claim, finding no personal contract existed.

Former employee v Leicester City Council

A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Leicester City Council was struck out because he had less than two years' service. His subsequent applications for relief from sanction and reconsideration were also refused.

Former employee (constructive dismissal) v Swale Heating Limited

A tribunal struck out most of a former employee's claims, including a pregnancy discrimination claim from a man, after finding the claims were misconceived, lacked reasonable prospects, or were an abuse of process. Only unfair dismissal and race discrimination claims against the employer survive.

Night Manager (17 years' service) v Bondco 628 Limited

A night manager who raised concerns about pay and holiday pay was unfairly dismissed after posting derogatory comments in a WhatsApp group. The tribunal found the real reason was her assertion of statutory rights.

Former employees (redundant) v Blitz Communications Ltd (In Liquidation)

Blitz Communications failed to consult employees before making 20+ redundancies. The tribunal approved a protective award of 8 weeks' gross pay for each affected worker.

Cleaning supervisor (4 years' service) v Lewis & Graves Partnership Ltd

A cleaning supervisor with four years' service was unable to bring an unfair dismissal claim because her continuous service fell short of the two-year requirement after a TUPE transfer. The tribunal also dismissed her race discrimination and TUPE consultation claims as out of time.

Store manager (15 years' service) v Superdrug Stores plc

A store manager with 15 years' service was dismissed for inability to sustain reliable attendance due to depression. The tribunal found the dismissal fair and not discriminatory, despite his disability.

Former employee v LFH (Fowey Hall) Ltd.

A former employee of LFH (Fowey Hall) Ltd. was constructively unfairly dismissed and had wages unlawfully deducted. The tribunal awarded £3,044.18, reduced by 40% for contributory fault.

Former employee v Riatex Ltd

A former employee with PTSD was awarded over £22,700 after her employer discriminated against her because of her disability and then failed to defend the claim.

Former employee v The Chair (Buckingham) Limited

A former employee's constructive unfair dismissal claim was dismissed, but the tribunal upheld claims for breach of contract and unauthorised wage deductions, awarding £2,909.40.

President EMEA (6 years' service) v Burrana Limited

A senior executive with six years' service was dismissed for redundancy without any consultation or fair procedure, winning over £56,000 in compensation.

Former employee v Head Projects Ltd

A former employee of Head Projects Ltd has won a claim for unlawful deduction of wages, holiday pay, an HMRC refund and expenses, totalling £5,285.68.

Track and trace call centre operative v Serco Group Plc

An employment tribunal dismissed a track and trace call centre operative's claim for interim relief after finding she had no good chance of proving she was an employee or made protected disclosures. The case was later struck out when she failed to attend the final hearing.

Process Operator (16 years' service) v ATAG Cables & Tapes Limited (in liquidation)

Two process operators with 16 years' service who signed a mutual termination agreement after being caught stealing copper were not entitled to redundancy payments, the tribunal ruled.

Former employee v Home Heat Gas Limited

A former employee of Home Heat Gas Limited won £1,950 for unlawful deduction from wages, but lost unfair dismissal and wrongful dismissal claims due to lack of jurisdiction.

Administrator (25 years' service) v The Weston Turville Golf Club Ltd

An administrator with 25 years' service won £21,237 after being constructively dismissed when her employer changed her role, required her to work while on furlough, and sent work during sick leave.

Sales advisor (3 years' service) v Sky Retail Stores Limited

A sales advisor was unfairly dismissed by Sky Retail Stores Limited for a data protection breach after an 11-month investigation and disciplinary process. The tribunal awarded £807, reduced by 50% for contributory conduct.

Autobody Technician, Panel Beater and Sprayer (4.5 months' service) v Castleman EV Ltd

An autobody technician was unfairly dismissed after requesting outstanding wages and payslips. The tribunal awarded £2,913.82 for unauthorised deductions and other breaches.

Operations Manager (6 years' service) v Onriver (UK) Ltd

An operations manager who was not paid his December 2020 salary or holiday pay for April and May 2021 has been awarded £2,880.78 by an employment tribunal.

Senior investment management professional (3 years' service) v CBH Wealth UK Ltd

A tribunal has thrown out an unfair dismissal claim because it was presented 47 days late, finding that the claimant's depression did not make it impracticable to file on time given her ongoing business activities.

Social worker (5 years' service) v London Borough of Enfield

A social worker who was dismissed after being arrested for firearms offences had her unfair dismissal claim rejected because she filed it nearly a year after the time limit expired. The tribunal ruled it was reasonably practicable for her to have brought the claim on time despite her imprisonment.

Former employee v Clearway Drainage Systems Limited

A former drainage operative was constructively unfairly dismissed after his employer made unlawful deductions from his wages and failed to pay holiday pay. The tribunal awarded £14,365.57.

Curtain and blind fitter (8 months' service) v Billericay Blinds Limited

A curtain and blind fitter who claimed unpaid holiday pay and fuel expenses had his case dismissed after he failed to attend the final hearing and provided no evidence of any outstanding sums.

Former employee v Mitie Limited

A former employee's unfair dismissal claim against Mitie Limited was dismissed after he failed to attend a remote hearing, despite having engaged with the tribunal beforehand.

Former employee (driver) v UK Cargo Logistics Services Limited

A former driver for UK Cargo Logistics Services Limited has won a default judgment for £7,080.40 in unpaid wages, holiday pay, night allowances, meal allowances and expenses after the company failed to respond to the claim.

Mobile Electrical Craftsperson (7 months' service) v Bouygues E & S Solutions Ltd

A mobile electrical craftsperson with seven months' service lost his race discrimination claim after the tribunal found his evidence lacked credibility and he failed to raise the most serious allegations at the time.

Curriculum and Quality Assurance Manager (22 years' service) v London Borough of Tower Hamlets

A Curriculum and Quality Assurance Manager with 22 years' service was fairly dismissed for redundancy after failing to apply for redeployment roles, the tribunal ruled.

Relief Manager (20 hours/week) v RSPCA North Somerset Branch

A relief manager who was dismissed after sending an inflammatory email and failing to comply with instructions lost his unfair dismissal, whistleblowing, and disability discrimination claims. The tribunal found no protected disclosures and no discrimination.

Train driver (18 years' service) v Govia Thameslink Railway Limited

A train driver who pulled an emergency lever to board a moving train was unfairly dismissed, but his compensation was cut by 75% for contributory fault.

Manufacturing employee (1 month's service) v Cova Security Gates Ltd

A manufacturing employee with less than two months' service claimed he was automatically unfairly dismissed for raising ladder safety and Covid concerns. The tribunal found the real reason was his aggressive conduct and performance issues.

Driver specialist (12 years' service) v Babcock Land Defence Limited

A driver specialist with 12 years' service had his unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims thrown out after submitting his claim form four months late, despite having been warned of the time limit.

Former employees v Mr J Miall t/a Ocean Fresh

A tribunal ordered a fish merchant to pay over £9,000 to two former employees for unpaid redundancy, notice pay, holiday pay and failure to provide written particulars.

Security officer (4 years 7 months' service) v Atalian Servest Security Ltd

A security officer with nearly five years' service was unfairly dismissed after leaving his post for a break and prayers. The tribunal found the employer's investigation was inadequate, failing to obtain CCTV or witness statements.

Former employee v GXO Logistics UK Limited (formerly XPO Supply Chain Services UK Ltd)

An employment tribunal has struck out a former employee's unfair dismissal, disability discrimination and whistleblowing claims as vexatious and having no reasonable prospects of success, after she had already lost a substantially similar claim against the same employer.

Sales Assistant (5 years' service) v Currys Group Ltd

A sales assistant with five years' service was fairly dismissed after CCTV footage showed her taking an item from a locked cabinet where Apple AirPods were later found missing. The tribunal upheld the decision despite a six-week delay in the appeal process.

Delivery driver (7 months' service) v Operators R US Ltd

A delivery driver who had £780 deducted from his wages after three vehicle accidents failed to prove the deduction was unauthorised or that he was treated less favourably because of his race.

Former employee v Sweet Home by Patrick Ltd

A former employee's claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination were thrown out because the claim form lacked a valid ACAS early conciliation number, and a later certificate could not cure the defect.

Senior sales person (9 years' service) v The Flannels Group Limited

A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a senior salesperson with 9 years' service after he made a 'race card' comment to street wardens and acted intimidatorily towards two schoolboys in the store.

Human Resources Business Partner Lead (HR Vice President) v BSCL Realisation Ltd (in administration)

Five former Bathstore employees failed to prove their contracts transferred to Homebase after it bought 44 stores. The tribunal ruled each store was a separate economic entity and none of the claimants were assigned to a transferred store.

Cleaner (19 years' service) v Tim Parry Jonathan Ball Peace Foundation

A cleaner who resigned after her employer proposed changing her early-morning shift due to financial difficulties has lost her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no fundamental breach of contract.

Former employee v Street Property Ltd

A former employee's constructive dismissal claim against Street Property Ltd was dismissed after a final hearing, despite earlier procedural errors that nearly struck out her case.

Former employee v The Black Dog Saloon Limited

A former employee who claimed unfair dismissal and unpaid wages was ordered to pay £196 after the employer's counterclaim for breach of contract succeeded.

Security systems engineer (9 years' service) v London Security Automation Limited

A security systems engineer with 9 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his employer discovered he had done private work for a client, but failed to hold a disciplinary hearing. The tribunal awarded £25,664 in compensation.

Former employee v 1st Civils Ltd and Hudson Reign Developments Ltd

A former employee who was dismissed on the same day she transferred to a new employer under TUPE has been awarded over £64,000 for unfair dismissal, unauthorised wage deductions, and breach of contract.

Salaried employee (3 years' service) v Hazel Grove DIY Centre Limited

An employee with three years' service was dismissed on his second day under new ownership, with no warning or consultation. The tribunal awarded £3,767 for unfair dismissal, unpaid holiday pay, notice pay, and failure to provide written particulars.

Former employee v Teresa Purdie

A former employee has won her claim for unfair dismissal, redundancy pay, unauthorised holiday pay deductions and breach of contract. The tribunal ordered Teresa Purdie to pay a total of £1,278.84.

Night Porter (13 years 10 months' service) v Peninsula Heights Management Company Ltd

A tribunal ruled that a night porter with type 2 diabetes was disabled from the date of his diagnosis, but rejected his claim that sleepiness was a substantial adverse effect. The case will now proceed to a final hearing on his discrimination and dismissal claims.

Former employee (6 years' service) v Hilltop Hotel (Carlisle) Ltd

A former employee of Hilltop Hotel (Carlisle) Ltd has won claims for unfair dismissal, unpaid holiday pay and unpaid furlough pay after the employer failed to defend the case. The tribunal awarded £4,580 in total.

Former employee v Patel Post and Print Limited

A former employee won £2,528.64 after Patel Post and Print Limited breached her contract and made unauthorised deductions from her wages. The tribunal also considered disability discrimination claims but they were withdrawn.

Quality Auditor (2 years 8 months' service) v Stateside Foods Limited

A quality auditor with 2 years 8 months' service resigned after a series of workplace issues including ill-fitting safety shoes and an incorrect notice period. The tribunal dismissed her constructive unfair dismissal claim, finding no fundamental breach by the employer.

Head of Operations (16 years' service) v Vespertine Holidays Ltd

A tribunal found that Vespertine Holidays Ltd unfairly dismissed a Head of Operations with 16 years' service, who discovered her redundancy only when she received a P45. She was awarded £34,282.

Former employee (15 months' service) v NASA Food Services Limited

A former employee of NASA Food Services Limited has won £4,416 after the tribunal found the company unlawfully deducted wages by cutting salary by 40% and 80% without consent and failing to pay 33 days of accrued holiday pay.

Bus driver (27 years' service) v London General Transport Services Limited (T/A Go Ahead London)

A bus driver who resigned at the start of a disciplinary hearing for driving through a red light lost his constructive dismissal claim. The tribunal found no breach of contract by London General Transport Services Limited.

Junior game designer and quality assurer v Bright Idea Education Ltd

A junior game designer who raised a formal grievance about unpaid wages was dismissed by email the same evening. The tribunal found the dismissal was automatically unfair and awarded £17,195.90.

Regional Sales Director (16 years' service) v Hadley Steel Framing Limited

A Regional Sales Director with 16 years' service was unfairly dismissed for redundancy after the employer rushed consultation and failed to consider alternatives. The tribunal awarded £34,295 but applied a 90% Polkey reduction.

Former employee v CTMG Limited

A former employee of CTMG Limited has won £2,353 after the company made unauthorised deductions from wages, including a 'week in hand', and dismissed them without proper notice. The unfair dismissal claim was struck out due to insufficient service.

Civil servant (Executive Officer, 24 years' service) v Royal College of Defence Studies

A tribunal has allowed a civil servant with 24 years' service to amend his claim to include failure to make reasonable adjustments at the appeal stage, and refused the employer's bid to strike out the case.

Former employee (Quality Assurance, 5 years' service) v Vision Care Services Ltd

A tribunal dismissed a constructive unfair dismissal claim from a quality assurance employee who resigned after refusing to return to work, finding no repudiatory breach by Vision Care Services Ltd.

Former employee v Arnold Sanderson Limited (in creditors' voluntary liquidation)

A former employee of Arnold Sanderson Limited has been awarded nearly £30,000 after the company dismissed him by reason of redundancy and failed to respond to his tribunal claim.

Former employee v Children Assisted in a Real Environment Ltd.

A former employee failed to have her employer's response struck out despite very late disclosure of documents. The tribunal said a fair trial remained possible.

Self-employed IT contractor (director of Consultco Ltd) v Investigo Ltd and Department for Education

A self-employed IT contractor who worked through his own limited company had his unfair dismissal claim struck out after the tribunal found he was neither an employee nor a worker of either respondent.

Former employee v Kiren Foods Limited

A former employee was unfairly dismissed by Kiren Foods Limited and awarded £16,278.86 for unfair dismissal, holiday pay and unpaid wages.

Former employee v The London Onyx Limited t/a Dubai Lounge

A former employee's unfair dismissal and unpaid wages claim was thrown out after she failed to attend the video hearing and had less than two years' continuous employment.

Train Maintainer (from 24 June 2019) v London Underground Limited

A preliminary hearing ruled that a train maintainer did not have sufficient continuous employment to bring an unfair dismissal claim, as his earlier work was as a self-employed contractor.

Fire and Security Engineer v Lazerbeam Fire and Security Limited

A tribunal found a fire and security engineer was constructively dismissed after his employer paid him through the Construction Industry Scheme without his informed consent, denying him employment rights. He was awarded £2,519.

Sales manager (1 year's service) v ARH UK Limited

A sales manager who was told his wife should care for their sick child and was forced to work while on furlough has been awarded over £26,000 by an employment tribunal.

Former employee (11 months' service) v Mr Jonathan Bailey

A former employee with only 11 months' service had his unfair dismissal claim struck out due to insufficient service, but the tribunal awarded him £2,265.13 for an unlawful wage deduction and breach of contract after his employer dismissed him without notice.

Manager in Risk department v Financial Conduct Authority

A manager who developed a key financial model and made protected disclosures was dismissed for redundancy. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair because his appeal did not properly consider his whistleblowing concerns.

Payroll Supervisor (19 years' service) v Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ltd

A payroll supervisor with 19 years' service was fairly dismissed for refusing to accept a new reporting structure and for capability issues, the Watford Employment Tribunal has ruled. Her claims of unfair dismissal and associative disability discrimination were rejected.

Former employee v Premier Cars Bangor Ltd

A former driver with COPD and back pain was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against by Premier Cars Bangor Ltd. The tribunal awarded £3,230.76 for unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and unpaid holiday pay.

Business Manager and PA (17 years' service) v Lactodorum Contracts Limited

A business manager and PA with 17 years' service was summarily dismissed for alleged gross misconduct without any investigation or hearing. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair and awarded £33,813.

Pharmacy assistant (qualified dispenser) v Health Hut Professionals Ltd

A pharmacy assistant was told to hand in her keys and leave after a heated meeting over an anonymous complaint. The tribunal found the dismissal unfair and awarded £9,867 including a 25% ACAS uplift.

Former employee v VA and KS

A former employee withdrew her claim for unpaid commission at a preliminary hearing. The tribunal declined to strike out the rest of her case, leaving time issues for the final hearing.

Sales Advisor (20 years' service) v New Look Retailers Limited

A sales advisor with 20 years' service was unfairly dismissed and indirectly discriminated against after New Look required flexibility during redundancy. She was awarded £8,672.

Former employee v Fivestars Limited

A former employee with less than two years' service won £1,316.22 for unpaid holiday pay, sick pay and wrongful dismissal after their employer failed to attend the final hearing.

Senior Account Manager v Infor (United Kingdom) Limited

A Senior Account Manager who took an unauthorised holiday to Bali was summarily dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected her claims of sex discrimination, victimisation, and whistleblowing.

Courier (9 years' service) v ABG Couriers Ltd (in administration)

A courier who was summarily dismissed without notice after 9 years' service has won his unfair dismissal claim, securing over £15,000 in compensation for unpaid wages, notice pay, and holiday pay.

Construction Manager (architect, overqualified for role) v London Borough of Newham

A construction manager who claimed she was dismissed for raising health and safety concerns has had her interim relief application rejected. The tribunal found factual disputes meant she did not meet the high threshold for interim relief.

Construction worker v Knights Bridge Contractors Limited

A construction worker was paid just £5 per hour and had £1,700 deducted for two allegedly missing boilers. The tribunal ordered Knights Bridge Contractors Limited to pay £13,717.47 in total.

Bus driver (5 months' service) v Abellio London Ltd

A bus driver with 5 months' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after refusing to return to work during the pandemic. The tribunal rejected his claim of automatic unfair dismissal, ruling he could have reasonably averted the danger by following government guidelines.

Administrative employee v London Road Surgery

An employment tribunal has allowed a race discrimination claim to proceed against London Road Surgery, but struck out the unfair dismissal claim because the employee had less than two years' service.

Foster carer (from August 2012) v Blackpool Council

A foster carer who claimed unfair dismissal after being deregistered by Blackpool Council had his case struck out. The tribunal ruled that foster carers are not employees under established case law.

Security and maintenance worker (22 years' service) v Seighford Hall Nursing Home Ltd

A security and maintenance worker with 22 years' service was unfairly dismissed for gross misconduct, but the tribunal awarded no compensation because he would have been dismissed anyway and contributed to his own dismissal.

Former employee v Virgin Media

A former Virgin Media employee had his latest tribunal claims struck out after bringing complaints that had already been decided in previous cases. The tribunal found the claims had no reasonable prospect of success.

Head of Security Services Management (14+ years' service) v The Health and Social Care Information Centre t/a NHS Digital

A head of security services with 14 years' service had all his claims dismissed because he presented them too late. The tribunal had no power to hear them.

Sales promoter (6 years' service) v Schwalbe Tyres UK Ltd

A sales promoter with six years' service resigned the day before a disciplinary hearing after refusing to take part in a volunteering scheme. The tribunal found no constructive dismissal and no unauthorised deduction from wages.

Senior engineer (12 years' service) v Fisk Fire Group Ltd

A senior engineer with 12 years' service was summarily dismissed in a lay-by after falsifying fire alarm test records. The tribunal found the dismissal procedurally unfair but awarded nothing because the engineer was 100% to blame.

Employee (Chinese origin, short service) v County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

An employee who resigned in 2009 brought claims of constructive dismissal, whistleblowing and race discrimination in 2022. The tribunal struck out all claims as having no reasonable prospect of success due to the extreme delay.

Former employee v Otium Services and Facilities Ltd

A former employee's claims for unfair dismissal and discrimination were struck out after he failed to attend a telephone hearing and did not comply with orders to explain his absence.

Employee (bus driver/transport worker) v HCT Group Operations Community Interest Company (Cic)

A transport worker was automatically unfairly dismissed when her employer failed to assign her to the correct transferring group under TUPE. The tribunal awarded £50,441.99 including a 20% ACAS uplift.

Former employee v Stan Smith and Sons Ltd

A former employee has been awarded £36,390 after the employer's response was struck out for non-compliance, leading to a finding of unfair dismissal.

Centre Manager v Workman Facilities Management Limited

A centre manager who brought unfair dismissal claims against her employer and the shopping centre landlords saw her case dismissed after she withdrew it at a preliminary hearing.

Bus driver (just over 2 years' service) v Stagecoach London (now amended to South East London & Kent Bus Company Limited)

A tribunal struck out a bus driver's constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claims after she repeatedly failed to provide medical evidence and a schedule of loss, and did not attend the final hearing.

Postman and Health and Safety/Union Representative (18 years' service) v Royal Mail Group Ltd

A postman with 18 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after failing to apply the HIT procedure, causing a vehicle to roll into a parked car. The tribunal upheld the dismissal as within the range of reasonable responses.

Former employees v Elliot House Limited

A tribunal found that Elliot House Limited unfairly dismissed most of its workforce in a redundancy process that failed to arrange employee representative elections, entitling them to a protective award, notice pay, and compensation for pension contribution breaches.

IT consultant (web development) v Puma Solutions IT Consultancy Limited

A tribunal struck out the employer's response and awarded £7,119.71 for unfair dismissal after the company failed to comply with directions and did not attend the hearing.

Former employee v Kisiel Limited

A default judgment of £23,238.49 was set aside because the employer had actually submitted its response by the extended deadline, even though the tribunal had not processed it before issuing judgment.

Former employee v The Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset Constabulary

A former Avon and Somerset police employee's unfair dismissal claim was dismissed as out of time, over four years after his dismissal. A bid to blame prescription medication for the delay failed.

Remote Support Technician (3 years' service) v CA Technical Software Ltd t/a Computer Assistance

A tribunal found that a remote support technician was an employee, not self-employed, and awarded £15,758.74 for unfair dismissal, including a 25% uplift for failure to follow the ACAS code.

Former employee v Decorative Panels Furniture Limited

A former employee who refused to return to work due to a belief in serious and imminent danger was dismissed for conduct. The tribunal rejected claims of automatic unfair dismissal and detriment.

Security officer (14 years' service) v Profile Security Services Limited

A security officer with 14 years' service was unfairly dismissed after attending work while awaiting a Covid-19 test result. The tribunal found the investigation was flawed and the outcome predetermined.

Former employee v David Wood Baking Limited

A former employee who worked for David Wood Baking Limited for less than two years could not claim unfair dismissal, and his breach of contract claim failed because he was paid in full for his notice period.

Former employee v Premier Recruitment Derby

A former employee who worked for less than two years won £1,045 for unlawful deduction of wages and failure to provide written particulars. His unfair dismissal claim was struck out due to insufficient service.

Dental practice employee (over 4 years' service) v Mrs A Abnoosian, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the late Dr V Toomassian

A dental practice employee who was not paid her final wages and was made redundant after her employer died unexpectedly has won £2,731.48 at an employment tribunal.

Former employee v Anthony Katrina Associates Ltd t/a AKA Communications

A former employee was automatically unfairly dismissed for making protected disclosures and awarded £4,466.92 in compensation, including an ACAS uplift for the employer's failure to follow procedure.

Apprentice barber (later stylist) v Mr Mark Brown t/a Strongman Moustache

An apprentice barber who was summarily dismissed for soliciting clients and setting up a rival business failed to prove his dismissal was due to whistleblowing. The tribunal awarded £1,431 for unauthorised wage deductions.

Construction Manager (self-employed contractor until 1 August 2018, then employee) v Ardmore Construction Ltd

A construction manager who resigned after receiving a £5,000 bonus instead of the 5% of cost savings he hoped for has lost his unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found no binding promise was made.

Former employee v Crest Communication Limited

A former employee of Crest Communication Limited was unfairly dismissed by reason of redundancy and awarded £8,097.31 for unpaid wages, holiday pay, and unfair dismissal compensation.

Curriculum Design specialist (Level 4 manager) v Eleven Plus Exams Tuition Ltd

A tribunal has dismissed claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination brought by a curriculum design specialist made redundant during the first COVID-19 lockdown, finding the employer acted reasonably.

Former employee v Sutton and Cheam Limited

A former employee has been awarded £2,338.64 after his employer made unlawful deductions from his wages for two invoices and failed to attend the tribunal hearing. The employer's late application for reconsideration was refused.

Customer Assistant – Self Service (part-time, one day a week) v Tesco Stores Ltd

A part-time customer assistant with 27 years' service was dismissed for gross misconduct after Tesco mistakenly believed she was absent without leave when she was actually on approved annual leave. The tribunal awarded £4,934.18 in compensation.

Live-in nanny and carer (aged 68, Indonesian, limited English) v Jonaid Hassan Shahid

A 68-year-old Indonesian live-in nanny and carer was constructively dismissed after her employer stopped paying her wages entirely. The tribunal awarded her over £77,000 for unpaid wages, holiday pay, and unfair dismissal.

National Operations Manager v Synenergy Logistics Limited

A National Operations Manager who was suspended in front of 10 colleagues and denied a contractual bonus has won his claim for constructive unfair dismissal and unlawful deductions, receiving £131,535.

Joint pub managers (Brunton Arms, Nunthorpe) v Samuel Smith Old Brewery (Tadcaster)

Two pub managers who resigned after Samuel Smith Old Brewery deducted £4,361 from their wages for alleged stock losses have won their claims for unauthorised deductions and constructive unfair dismissal, receiving £35,791 in compensation.

Administrative assistant (30 years' service) v Independent Inspections UK Limited

An administrative assistant with 30 years' service was unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to follow a fair redundancy procedure. The tribunal awarded £2,907.92.

Restorative Justice Officer (17 years' service) v London Borough of Hillingdon

A tribunal has ruled that London Borough of Hillingdon fairly dismissed a Restorative Justice Officer with 17 years' service after a year-long absence due to back pain, rejecting claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.

Post office and retail worker v Blackpill Ltd and Angela Limited

A tribunal dismissed a post office worker's claim that her job should have transferred under TUPE, ruling that she and her son were not an 'organised grouping' whose principal purpose was the post office work.

Sales and Operator Manager (11 years' service) v Interactive Resorts Ltd

A sales and operator manager with 11 years' service was unfairly dismissed when her employer stopped paying her and later claimed gross misconduct. The tribunal found the real reason was redundancy and awarded over £30,000.

Former employee v cmostores.com Limited

A former employee who resigned and claimed constructive unfair dismissal after working unpaid overtime has had his claim dismissed by an employment tribunal.

Senior advisor to MP (17 years' service) v Mr Khalid Mahmood MP

A senior advisor with 17 years' service was unfairly dismissed by her MP boss after making protected disclosures about misuse of parliamentary stationery and alleged criminal activity. The tribunal awarded £11,729.99 in compensation, reduced by 75% for contributory fault and a Polkey deduction.

Accredited installer/fitter v Climar Industries Ltd

A tribunal found that Climar Industries Ltd discriminated against an installer with ADHD by refusing to allow his mother to accompany him at a disciplinary hearing and dismissing him for behaviour linked to his disability.

Plumber (fixed-term contract) v Shepherd’s Bush Housing Association Limited

A plumber on a fixed-term contract had his unfair dismissal and wages claims thrown out for being presented too late, and was ordered to pay £6,800 in costs for continuing to pursue a weak case after warnings.

Employee of a charity v World Shirdi Sai Baba Organisation UK (a charity)

An employee of a charity who complained about not receiving payslips and incorrect pay was dismissed soon after. The tribunal found the dismissal was not automatically unfair, but upheld claims for unlawful wage deductions and notice pay, awarding £6,309.

Bodyshop Manager (3 years' service) v Tokyo Customs Ltd

A bodyshop manager who was persuaded to keep working without pay after his employer was evicted from its premises has won £5,700 in unpaid wages and £10,382 for unfair dismissal and breach of contract.

Finance Director (part-time, 24 hours/week) v Selazar Limited

A part-time finance director who raised concerns about a colleague's mental health and corporate governance was automatically unfairly dismissed and subjected to age discrimination. The tribunal awarded her £125,604.98.

Night manager (reception) v Heathrow Hotel Limited

A night manager who left the reception desk for three hours, allowing a minibus to be stolen, was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination, and unlawful deduction of wages.

Customer Service Security Officer (7 years 9 months' service) v Wilson James Limited

A security officer who stopped attending work to care for his vulnerable mother was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct. The tribunal found the employer acted reasonably in dismissing for unauthorised absence, but awarded £195.72 for unpaid holiday pay.

Personal Adviser (8 years' service) v Department for Work & Pensions

A Personal Adviser with 8 years' service was unfairly dismissed after the DWP investigated her LinkedIn profile and found she had been working without permission during carers leave. The tribunal awarded £2,263.52.

Running Shift Service Engineer (16 years' service) v Metroline Travel Limited

A tribunal has upheld the dismissal of a bus engineer with 16 years' service who told a driver to continue driving despite a brake shudder. The decision confirms that safety-critical roles require strict compliance.

NHS employee v Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

An NHS employee was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against because of his disability. The tribunal awarded £26,852.61, reduced by 35% for the chance he could have been fairly dismissed.

Sales director (self-employed services provider) v Bayleaf Janitorial Supplies Limited

A sales director who provided services as a self-employed worker was dismissed by telephone in July 2020. The tribunal ruled his unfair dismissal claim was presented too late and he was not an employee.

Former employee (4 years' service) v Shuropody Retail Ltd

A former employee of Shuropody Retail Ltd has been awarded £17,355.27 after the tribunal found the company made unauthorised wage deductions, failed to pay holiday pay, and unfairly dismissed her.

Director and shareholder (19 years' service) v Lowther Decorators Limited

A director with 19 years' service was summarily dismissed for gross misconduct after withdrawing company funds, but the employer carried out no investigation or disciplinary hearing. The tribunal awarded £68,048.

Former employee v Maldon Brewing Company Ltd

A former employee of Maldon Brewing Company Ltd won £4,918.35 after the company dismissed him by reason of redundancy without paying his salary, notice pay, redundancy payment, or holiday pay. The respondent did not attend the hearing.

Former employee v Maldon Brewing Company Ltd

A former employee was awarded over £22,800 after his employer stopped paying him from June 2021 and then dismissed him by reason of redundancy in November 2021 without paying notice or holiday pay.

Former employee v Wilkinson Retail Ltd

A former employee's unfair dismissal and discrimination claim was struck out after he repeatedly failed to comply with tribunal orders over two years. The tribunal found a fair hearing was no longer possible.

Former employee v Tees Valley Community Asset Preservation Trust

A tribunal found that Tees Valley Community Asset Preservation Trust underpaid a former employee for weekend shifts, failed to pay Sunday premiums, notice pay, and holiday pay. The unfair dismissal claim was dismissed.

Sales manager (66 years old, 7 years' service) v North West Logistics Limited

A 66-year-old sales manager with 7 years' service was unfairly dismissed after a flawed redundancy consultation during the pandemic, but the tribunal reduced his compensation by 80% because he would likely have been dismissed anyway.

Decorator (3 years' service) v Bell Decorating Group

A decorator with three years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after an anonymous HSE complaint alleged he urinated behind a customer's shed. The tribunal upheld the dismissal, finding the employer's investigation and belief were reasonable.

Locum consultant psychiatrist v Medecho Ltd and Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (formerly 2Gether NHS Foundation Trust)

A locum consultant psychiatrist who was summarily dismissed after three days when the NHS Trust discovered he was subject to GMC proceedings had his claim against the Trust dismissed as out of time.

Beauty Therapist v Matthew Law t/a Beauty Spa and Carly Riordan t/a Beauty Spa

A beauty therapist who was unfairly dismissed and not paid wages or holiday pay has been awarded £8,278 by an employment tribunal, including a 25% uplift for the employer's failure to follow the ACAS Code of Practice.

Groundworker v Tallington Lakes Activities Limited; Tallington Lakes Site Limited; Tallington Lakes Land Limited; Neil Morgan

A groundworker who was unfairly dismissed has been awarded over £5,000 in costs after the employer's abusive and disruptive behaviour during proceedings. The tribunal found the conduct was unreasonable and warranted a costs order.

Carer (18 years' service) v St Mary's Care Ltd

A carer who resigned after her employer failed to make reasonable adjustments for her back condition and made unlawful deductions from her wages has been awarded over £44,000 for constructive unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.

Operations Manager (wedding venue) v Thicket Priory Limited

A wedding venue operations manager lost her unfair dismissal claim but won £107.69 in unpaid holiday pay after being required to take holiday while on furlough.

Greggs Franchise Manager (6 months' service) v Euro Garages Ltd

A Greggs franchise manager with six months' service was wrongfully dismissed when his employer failed to pay one week's notice. He was awarded £346 but his other claims – including race discrimination – were dismissed.

Care home worker (alleged protected disclosures about resident care) v Castle Villas Ltd

An Employment Tribunal refused to grant relief from sanctions to a care home worker whose unfair dismissal claim was struck out for failing to comply with an Unless Order. The tribunal found the breach was serious and the explanation inadequate.

Clinical Pathway Administrator (4 years' service) v Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

A Clinical Pathway Administrator was constructively unfairly dismissed after the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust failed to investigate her bullying grievance or redeploy her. The tribunal awarded £51,397.66.

Pastry Chef (employed from April 2017, continuous service from 2010) v UKCAKE Ltd

A pastry chef who alleged years of anti-Polish and homophobic comments by colleagues failed to prove discrimination, as the tribunal found no contemporaneous evidence and noted the employer's diverse workforce.

Customer assistant (temporary, 6 months' service) v Tesco Stores Limited

A temporary customer assistant who claimed his contract was not renewed because he raised holiday and sick pay issues has lost his automatic unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found the non-renewal was due to business needs, not his statutory right assertions.

Care worker (whistleblower) v Cornwallis Care Services Ltd

A care worker who complained about staffing levels and faulty equipment was automatically unfairly dismissed. The employer did not respond to the claim, leading to a default judgment and £15,601 in compensation.

Clinic Manager – Sexual Health Service (30 years' service, Band 5) v Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

A clinic manager who had worked for the NHS for 30 years was unfairly dismissed when her employer restructured her role and then dismissed her on ill-health grounds. The tribunal awarded nearly £300,000 in compensation.

Customer Service Assistant (14 years' service) v Tesco Stores Limited

A 14-year Tesco employee who withdrew his unfair dismissal claim and repeatedly abused tribunal staff had his remaining discrimination claims struck out. No compensation was awarded.

Therapist (family therapy, eating disorders unit) v Priory Healthcare Limited

A therapist at Priory Healthcare who refused to attend work during the first national lockdown and raised health and safety concerns has been awarded over £42,000 for constructive unfair dismissal.

Legal executive (CILEX) specialising in residential conveyancing v ODT Professional Services Limited

A legal executive was unfairly dismissed by ODT Professional Services Limited after a disciplinary process that the tribunal found fundamentally unfair. She was awarded £2,621.57 after reductions for contributory fault and the chance she would have been dismissed anyway.

Customer Service Assistant (5 years 8 months service) v B & M Retail Limited

An employment tribunal has ruled that B & M Retail Limited fairly dismissed a customer service assistant who had been absent for over three years due to muscular dystrophy. The tribunal rejected claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.

Former employee v Old Macmillan Company Ltd

A former employee who resigned with immediate effect and later declined to attend the final hearing had all claims for notice pay, wages, and holiday pay dismissed by the tribunal.

Quality Consultant (via limited company) v Benson Viscometers Ltd

A Quality Consultant who provided services through his own limited company was found not to be a worker or employee of the end-user, Benson Viscometers Ltd, so the tribunal had no jurisdiction to hear his claims.

Consultant Colorectal Surgeon v Hywel Dda University Health Board

An employment tribunal dismissed all claims of unfair dismissal, race discrimination and victimisation brought by a consultant colorectal surgeon against Hywel Dda University Health Board following a lengthy disciplinary process.

Accounts Assistant/Property Manager (2 years 6 months' service) v Cawdor Cars (Newcastle Emlyn) Ltd

An accounts assistant with psoriatic arthritis was constructively dismissed after a manager deliberately coughed in her direction when she asked for social distancing. The tribunal awarded £26,438.84.

Supermarket assistant (17 years' service) v John Lewis PLC

A supermarket assistant with 17 years' service was unfairly dismissed after sending bizarre text messages to his manager. The tribunal awarded £33,232.48, finding the employer's investigation was inadequate.

Cardiac Physiologist (Band 7) v Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

A cardiac physiologist who resigned after her employer's grievance process ignored her sexual harassment claims has been awarded £52,599 for constructive unfair dismissal.

Former employee (hotel and events venue) v Bingham Hotel and Restaurant Ltd

A tribunal has allowed a former hotel employee to amend his whistleblowing claim but ordered deposits of £50 each for three allegations it found had little reasonable prospect of success.

Operations team member (care sector) v IAspire Care Services Ltd

A care sector operations worker was unfairly dismissed and awarded £99,000 after his employer cited loss of trust due to his links with church investors. The tribunal also found he was harassed over his religion.

Delivery driver (5 months' service) v Bread Basket Sandwich Station

A delivery driver with only five months' service was unfairly dismissed after texting her employer about a £630 tax refund she believed was owed. The tribunal awarded £2,601.61.

Fixed-term employee (support worker) v The University of the West of England

A fixed-term employee who brought a whistleblowing detriment claim almost a year after the deadline had his case dismissed by the Bristol tribunal, which also found it would have been struck out as an abuse of process.

Accountant / bookkeeper v Cornerstone Care Solutions Ltd

An accountant who worked for Cornerstone Care Solutions Ltd as a bookkeeper was found to be self-employed, so the tribunal had no jurisdiction to hear her unfair dismissal claim. The respondent's costs application was also refused.

Senior MICE Administrator (later MICE Monitoring Analyst) v Click Travel Limited

A senior administrator who was made redundant shortly after returning from maternity leave has lost her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. The tribunal found the redundancy process was fair and not linked to her pregnancy or flexible working request.

Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operations Officer v Leo Scheiner, Oscar Scheiner, 08344730 Limited (in voluntary liquidation), Fyrtorr Limited

A chief financial officer was dismissed by reason of redundancy when her employer entered liquidation. The tribunal awarded £9,015.92 for unpaid notice and holiday pay but dismissed claims for discrimination and unfair dismissal.

Housing Advice Worker / Housing Advisor (8 years' service) v Bermondsey Central Hall Methodist Church

A housing advisor with eight years' service was constructively dismissed after her employer instructed her to hand over work and equipment within two days, breaching the implied term of trust and confidence. The tribunal awarded £34,106.

Night Support Worker v Parkcare Homes (No. 2) Limited

A care home worker who pushed a resident with autism was unfairly dismissed because the employer failed to hold a disciplinary hearing or consider an appeal. The tribunal awarded £2,436.73, reduced by 75% for his misconduct.

Estimator (3 years' service) v Sowga Ltd

An estimator with 3 years' service was unfairly dismissed after his employer rushed through a redundancy consultation in just five working days. The tribunal found the process was too short and that alternative roles were not properly explored.

Employee v Saint Gobain Building Distribution Ltd

An employee who resigned after a restructure excluded her has won her constructive unfair dismissal claim. The employer failed to attend the hearing and was ordered to pay £15,000 in costs.

Former employee v Yue Chang Dai

A former employee was awarded over £15,000 for unfair dismissal after their employer failed to present a defence and ignored the ACAS Code of Practice.

Former employee v Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

A former employee of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust lost her victimisation claim after the tribunal found that her Dignity at Work complaint did not amount to a protected act under equality law. She was also ordered to pay £17,000 in costs.

Former employee v Fine Futures Limited

A former employee of Fine Futures Limited has been awarded £59,649 after an employment tribunal found he was dismissed and subjected to detriment for making protected disclosures.

Finance director (statutory director from 1 October 2017) v EngineF Operating Ltd

A finance director who refused to engage in redundancy consultation and alleged whistleblowing lost his unfair dismissal claim. The tribunal found a genuine redundancy situation and no protected disclosures.

Production Operative/Assembly Worker (5 years' service) v GI Group Recruitment Limited

A production operative with five years' service was unfairly dismissed for briefly visiting his car during a break. The tribunal found the employer failed to investigate his claim that leaving site was common practice, and the dismissing officer lacked impartiality.

Administrator (3 years' service) v D. Delta Ltd t/a Mira Boiler (in Liquidation)

An administrator who raised concerns about inadequate Covid-19 safety measures was unfairly dismissed. The tribunal awarded £33,571 in compensation.

Former employee (made redundant after TUPE transfer) v Capita Business Services Limited

A former employee who was made redundant in 2011 had her unfair dismissal claim struck out after she waited nearly a decade to bring it, despite having withdrawn an earlier claim. The Leeds tribunal found no reasonable prospect of extending time.

Project Manager v Land Science Limited

A project manager was unfairly dismissed when his small employer made him redundant without any warning, consultation or appeal. The tribunal awarded £2,650.83 after applying a 70% Polkey reduction.

Director of Partnerships v JetEngage Limited

A director of partnerships was unfairly dismissed for redundancy due to a lack of consultation, but the tribunal reduced his compensation to nil because the redundancy was inevitable. He also won £1,211 for an unlawful deduction from wages.

Chief Revenue Officer and 50% shareholder v Cryoaction Limited

A director and 50% shareholder was wrongfully and unfairly dismissed after temporarily bypassing a safety system during commissioning. The tribunal awarded £15,028 but reduced compensation because his employment would have ended fairly within six months.

Former employee v Consulting and Accountancy Services Ltd

A former employee's claims of automatic unfair dismissal for asserting holiday rights, along with other complaints, were dismissed. The tribunal found the real reason for dismissal was redundancy due to financial savings.

Brand Manager (7 years' service) v James Briggs Limited (1) and Tetrosyl Group Limited (2)

A brand manager with 7 years' service was dismissed for redundancy after a share sale and brand transfer. The tribunal found no relevant TUPE transfer, so her claims for automatic unfair dismissal and failure to consult failed.

Site supervisor/manager in window fitting v Flexwood Windows Ltd (In Voluntary Liquidation)

A tribunal ruled that a site supervisor who signed self-employed contracts with two agencies was in fact an employee of the end-user, Flexwood Windows Ltd, and awarded over £28,800 for unfair dismissal.

Solicitor (personal injury) v Charles Gregory Solicitors Ltd

A solicitor was constructively unfairly dismissed when his new employer failed to consult him about a TUPE transfer and imposed unilateral contract changes. The tribunal awarded £20,399.

Beauty Therapist v Rebecca Squires

A beauty therapist who worked set hours, wore a uniform and used the respondent's equipment has been found to be an employee, allowing her claims for unfair dismissal and unlawful deductions to proceed.

Personal Assistant (11 years' service) v Gaynor Hartford

A personal assistant who was automatically unfairly dismissed after taking steps to protect herself from danger she reasonably believed to be serious and imminent has been awarded £7,394.82 by an employment tribunal.

Security officer v Cordant Security Ltd

A security officer with less than two years' service had his unfair dismissal claim struck out. His claim for unlawful deduction from wages also failed.

Lead Senior Early Years Consultant (6 years) v Lancashire County Council

A lead early years consultant with six years' service was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against after Lancashire County Council required her to compete for a role substantially similar to her own while she was on long-term sick leave for cancer treatment. The tribunal awarded over £800,000 in compensation.

Customer service advisor (10 years' service) v London Borough of Havering Council

A customer service advisor with 10 years' service was fairly dismissed for gross misconduct after obtaining a resident's parking permit for an address where he did not live. The tribunal found the council's investigation and decision were within the range of reasonable responses.

Receptionist (3 years' service) v Dr A. Malik and Mr I. Ali t/a Malik Law Chambers (in intervention)

A receptionist was summarily dismissed after four weeks off sick with pregnancy-related hyperemesis. The tribunal found direct pregnancy discrimination and unfair dismissal, awarding £4,724 in compensation.

Registered nurse (night shifts, neuro-disability ward) v The Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

A registered nurse with limited English was unfairly dismissed for gross misconduct after the Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability failed to provide an interpreter at his disciplinary hearing. The tribunal also found indirect race discrimination.