Kenya Medical Research Institute & another v Mwangi (Civil Application 046 of 2022) [2024] KECA 343 (KLR) (15 March 2024) (Ruling)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 343
- Citation
- [2024] KECA 343 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 March 2024
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TypeCivil ApplicationPostureAppeal from an Employment and Labour Relations Court judgmentCoramJM MATIVO, Nduma Nderi, WARSAME
Holding
The application for stay of execution of the Employment and Labour Relations Court judgment is granted.
Facts
The respondent, a former employee of the applicants, was dismissed due to allegations of absenteeism and insubordination. The Employment and Labour Relations Court found the disciplinary process unlawful and ordered reinstatement with back salary and benefits.
Issues
- arguable appeal with good chances of success
- potential for irreparable damage if appeal is not granted
- dual remuneration from separate state corporations
Reasoning
The court found that the applicants have an arguable appeal and that the respondents’ claim was not an ordinary employment suit but a petition for violation of the constitution. The court also considered the potential for irreparable damage and the risk of public funds being lost.
Outcome
Application granted
Orders
- stay of execution of the Employment and Labour Relations Court judgment
Remedies
- reinstatement with back salary and benefits
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