Banking Insurance and Finance Union (Kenya) v National Bank of Kenya Limited [2018] KEELRC 1976 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1976
- Citation
- [2018] KEELRC 1976 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 April 2018
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TypeUnfair TerminationPostureAppeal from original trialCoramHellen S. Wasilwa
Holding
The dismissal of Lilian Tintira was unfair and unwarranted, and she is ordered to be reinstated with back pay.
Facts
Lilian Tintira was dismissed by National Bank of Kenya Limited for reversing a transaction on a dormant account, resulting in a loss of Kshs. 3,153,000. She claimed unfair termination and sought reinstatement.
Issues
- Validity of dismissal
- Proper reasons for dismissal
- Reinstatement of the employee
Reasoning
The court found no valid reason for dismissal and that the dismissal was not in accordance with fair procedure. The disciplinary panel had absolved the grievant of any wrongdoing.
Outcome
Unfair termination
Orders
- Reinstatement of Lilian Tintira
- Payment of back salary and allowances
Remedies
- Reinstatement
- Back salary and allowances
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act 2007
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