Akiba Bilton Fundi v Grain Bulk Handlers Ltd [2016] KEELRC 1707 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1707
- Citation
- [2016] KEELRC 1707 (KLR)
- Decided
- 12 February 2016
Summary at a glance
TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from the original trialCoramONESMUS MAKAU
The dismissal of the claimant was justified and fair due to his admission of collecting revenue and failing to remit it to the Finance Manager, which constituted gross misconduct.
Facts
The claimant, Akiba Bilton Fundi, was employed by the respondent, Grain Bulk Handlers Ltd, as a Cost Analyst. He was suspended and later dismissed for alleged misconduct involving the collection and retention of revenue from the Security department.
Issues
- whether the termination was unjustified and unfair
- whether the claimant is entitled to the reliefs sought
Reasoning
The court found that the claimant admitted to collecting revenue and failing to remit it, which was a breach of the respondent's finance procedures. He was given a chance to defend himself before a disciplinary committee.
Outcome
The suit is dismissed. No order as to costs.
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