Partrick Mwita Martinus v National Police Service Commission & 3 others [2018] KEELRC 551 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 551
- Citation
- [2018] KEELRC 551 (KLR)
- Decided
- 23 November 2018
Summary at a glance
TypePetition for Declaration and InjunctionPostureRespondents filed preliminary objection, Court dismissed it.CoramBYRAM ONGAYA
Petitioner's suspension and dismissal were null and void, and he is reinstated.
Facts
Petitioner was suspended and dismissed from National Police Service on charges of plunder and negligence. He appealed but the dismissal was upheld. He filed a petition seeking declaration, injunction, reinstatement, damages and costs.
Issues
- Validity of disciplinary proceedings and dismissal
- Right to appeal own decision
- Procedural fairness
Reasoning
Court found no orderly room proceedings took place, and dismissed the appeal as untimely. Procedural fairness was not violated.
Outcome
Judgment for Petitioner
Orders
- Declaration of nullity of proceedings and dismissal
- Permanent injunction against respondents
- Reinstatement of petitioner
- Payment of back salaries and allowances
- Costs awarded to petitioner
Remedies
- Declaration
- Injunction
- Reinstatement
- Compensation
- Costs
Authorities cited
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