Transport Workers Union v Greatrift Expresss Shuttle [2020] KEELRC 817 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 817
- Citation
- [2020] KEELRC 817 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeUnfair DismissalPostureAppeal from a Labour Relations Court decisionCorampresiding judge
Holding
The court finds that the grievants went into an unlawful strike and voluntarily resigned from their employment, thus not dismissing them.
Facts
The claimants, 18 former employees of the respondent, went on strike in November 2016 without prior notice and were dismissed by the respondent's Director on 13 November 2016. The claimants sought reinstatement and other relief.
Issues
- Whether the grievants resigned or were dismissed by the respondent.
- If dismissal, whether it was unfair and unlawful.
- Whether claimants are entitled to the reliefs sought.
Reasoning
The claimants admitted they went on strike without prior notice, and the respondent's evidence shows the claimants refused to return to work after a meeting with the respondent's representative.
Outcome
The court dismissed the claimants' request for reinstatement and other relief.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Labour Relations Act
- Ministry of Labour Wages Regulations
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