Kenneth Njagi Mburia & 4 others v Tharaka Nithi County Government [2020] KEELRC 67 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 67
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 67 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeLabor DisputePostureRespondent raised a preliminary objection to the jurisdiction of the court.CoramNzioki wa Makau
The Court has no jurisdiction to entertain the suit as there is no employee-employer relationship between the CEC Members and the County Government or the Governor.
Facts
Claimants are County Executive Committee (CEC) Members who were removed by the Governor. Respondent argues that only the High Court has jurisdiction over disputes involving CEC Members.
Issues
- Does this Court have jurisdiction to handle the claim?
- Is there an employee-employer relationship between CEC Members and the County Government or the Governor?
Reasoning
The Employment Act 2007 does not apply to Members of the County Executive Committees, who are State Officers. The Court is not seized of the matter due to lack of jurisdiction.
Outcome
The suit is struck out with costs to the Respondent.
Orders
- The suit is struck out with costs to the Respondent.
Authorities cited
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