Francis Nyangaresi Angwenyi v Brinks Security Services Ltd [2019] KEELRC 2016 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 2016
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 2016 (KLR)
- Decided
- 14 February 2019
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TypeUnfair DismissalPostureAppeal from an original trialCoramM. MBARU JUDGE
Holding
The dismissal was unfair and the claimant is entitled to notice pay and compensation.
Facts
The claimant was employed as a Guard by the respondent from July 1, 20107 until November 6, 2017. He was verbally dismissed on the grounds of an alcoholic smell. He claimed for notice pay, compensation, and gratuity.
Issues
- Whether the dismissal was fair
- Whether the claimant is entitled to notice pay and compensation
Reasoning
The dismissal was without justifiable cause, without a hearing, and contrary to the Employment Act, 2007. The claimant is entitled to notice pay and compensation.
Outcome
Claimant wins
Orders
- Compensation of Ksh.9,550.00
- Notice pay of Ksh.9,500.00
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act, 2007
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