Abdulahi Mohammed Omar v Energy Regulatory Commission [2020] KEELRC 312 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 312
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 312 (KLR)
- Decided
- 15 October 2020
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TypeLabour DisputePosturePetition for Declaration and InjunctionCoramHON. LADY JUSTICE HELLEN WASILWA
Holding
The Petitioner's dismissal was unfair and unjustified, and his constitutional rights were breached.
Facts
Petitioner was dismissed by the Respondent on November 8, 2018, after complaints of harassment and bullying. He was later re-designated and transferred without his consent and was threatened with summary dismissal.
Issues
- Unfair dismissal
- Violation of constitutional rights
- Inadequate disciplinary hearing
Reasoning
The court found that the Petitioner was not given a fair hearing and that the Respondent failed to establish a valid reason for his dismissal.
Outcome
The Petitioner was reinstated and awarded back pay and damages.
Orders
- Reinstatement
- Payment of back pay
- Payment of damages
- Payment of costs
Remedies
- Reinstatement
- Payment of back pay
- Payment of damages
- Payment of costs
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act 2007
- Constitution of Kenya
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