Benson Okonji Atira v Kibera Church of God Primary School [2019] KEELRC 646 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 646
- Citation
- [2019] KEELRC 646 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 September 2019
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TypeSummary JudgmentPostureClaimant seeks damages for unlawful termination and unpaid salaryCoramHON. LADY JUSTICE HELLEN WASILWA
Holding
Claimant was unfairly and unlawfully terminated, and awarded compensation equivalent to 12 months' salary
Facts
Claimant was employed as Head Teacher by Respondent from July 2009. In August 2012, he was suspended without notice. He claims wrongful termination and seeks compensation for salary arrears.
Issues
- Unlawful termination
- Unpaid salary
Reasoning
Claimant's termination was without due process and contrary to his rights under the Constitution and Employment Act.
Outcome
Claimant awarded compensation for unlawful termination and unpaid salary
Orders
- Award of compensation for unlawful termination
- Payment of costs of the suit
- Interest on compensation at court rate
Remedies
- Compensation for unlawful termination
- Payment of costs
- Interest on compensation
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act
- Constitution of Kenya
Cases cited (1)
- Beatrice Achieng Osir v Board of Trustees Teleposta Pension Scheme
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