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Kenya Hotels and Allied Workers Union v Daben Limited (Dolce the Club) [2015] KEELRC 1006 (KLR)

[2015] KEELRC 1006 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
1006
Citation
[2015] KEELRC 1006 (KLR)
Decided
22 May 2015
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TypeUnlawful and Unfair DismissalPostureUndefended CauseCoramAbuodha J. N.
Holding

The termination is deemed unfair and the claimant is awarded compensation including one month's pay in lieu of notice, house allowance, accrued leave, and 6 months' salary as compensation for unfair dismissal.

Facts

The claimant, a former employee of the respondent, was terminated in May 2004. He sought payment of terminal dues and compensation for unfair dismissal.

Issues

  1. Proving the wrongfulness or unfairness of the termination
  2. Proving the reasons for termination

Reasoning

The claimant's relationship with the respondent was cordial, and he tried to seek an explanation for his termination but was unsuccessful. The Court deems the termination unfair.

Outcome

The claimant is awarded compensation and costs.

Orders

  • One month's pay in lieu of notice
  • House allowance
  • Accrued leave
  • 6 months' salary as compensation for unfair dismissal
  • Severance pay at 15 days' pay for each Complete year of service

Remedies

  • Compensation for terminal dues and unfair dismissal
  • Costs of the suit

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Section 43 of the Employment and Labour Relations Act
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