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Paul Karanja Kimani v Postal Corporation of Kenya [2019] KEELRC 2090 (KLR)

[2019] KEELRC 2090 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
2090
Citation
[2019] KEELRC 2090 (KLR)
Decided
15 March 2019
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureRespondent's Motion to DismissCoramBYRAM ONGAYA
Holding

The termination was not unfair and the claimant's prayers are dismissed.

Facts

Claimant was employed by Postal Corporation of Kenya as Assistant Postal Controller. He was interdicted in 2011 due to suspected misuse of official funds and improper use of imprest. Claimant was later charged with fraudulent claims and misuse of office. He was subsequently retired in public interest.

Issues

  1. Unfair termination
  2. Excessive punishment
  3. Proportionality of retirement

Reasoning

The court found that the termination followed due process and the reasons were valid. The retirement was proportionate given the claimant's position and the seriousness of the alleged misconduct.

Outcome

Judgment for respondent with costs

Orders

  • Dismissal of claimant's statement of claim

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act, 2007
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