Dorcas Karimi Ndwigah v Deliverance Chucrch Kayole & 2 others [2017] KEELRC 460 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 460
- Citation
- [2017] KEELRC 460 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 July 2017
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant's Appeal
Holding
The court found the termination and salary reduction unlawful and without proper legal process.
Facts
Claimant was employed as a Head Teacher by the 3rd Respondent, earning Kshs.22,000 per month. She was demoted and her salary reduced to Kshs.13,500 without notice or just cause. The claimant alleged this was unlawful.
Issues
- Employment contract changes
- Termination without notice or justification
- Review of employment terms
Reasoning
The Employment Act requires written changes to employment contracts and a written notice of termination. The respondents failed to provide these, making the termination and salary reduction illegal.
Outcome
Affirmed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act, 2007
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