KENYA ENGINEERING WORKERS UNION V AUTO SPRING MANUFACTURERS LIMITED [2013] KEELRC 497 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 497
- Citation
- [2013] KEELRC 497 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 February 2013
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TypeIndustrial DisputePostureAppeal from a decision of the Industrial CourtCoramJames Rika
Holding
The termination was fair, and the claim is rejected in its totality.
Facts
The Respondent terminated the employment of three Grievants (Albert Gavala, Timothy Maingi, and Evans Kimani Maina) for suspected involvement in the theft of 5 extra spring rear main leaves. The Grievants refused to record statements and cooperate with the investigation.
Issues
- Was the termination of the Grievants' employment fair?
- Should the Grievants be reinstated or compensated?
Reasoning
The Court found valid reasons for the termination, including the Grievants' involvement in the theft and their refusal to cooperate with the investigation. The Conciliator's recommendation was rejected due to the Grievants' refusal to record statements.
Outcome
The claim is rejected in its totality.
Orders
- Termination was fair.
- Claim is rejected in its totality.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act 2007
- Labour Relations Act 2007
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