Janeth Chepkemoi Machira & another v Laikipia Universisty [2021] KEELRC 1180 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1180
- Citation
- [2021] KEELRC 1180 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 July 2021
Summary at a glance
The court finds the termination unfair and unjustified, awarding compensation for 10 months of service and gratuity based on the CBA.
Facts
The claimants were employed by the respondent as procurement assistant and farm foreman. They were terminated on May 3, 2017, for gross misconduct. They appealed to the respondent's council's appeal committee but were denied a fair hearing. The claimants challenged the termination and sought compensation for unfair termination and gratuity.
Issues
- Unfair termination
- Fair hearing
- Gratuity eligibility
Reasoning
The court found that the claimants were denied a fair hearing and that their termination was based on gross misconduct, which is not a valid reason for termination.
Outcome
Claimants' claims for compensation and reinstatement are upheld.
Orders
- Compensation for 10 months of service for each claimant
- Gratuity awarded based on the CBA
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