Jonathan Chepkwony v George Makateto, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Export Processing Zone Authority (EPZA) & 2 others [2021] KEELRC 791 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 791
- Citation
- [2021] KEELRC 791 (KLR)
- Decided
- 8 October 2021
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TypeDisciplinary PetitionPostureRespondents' appeal from a Petition seeking a declaration and injunctionCoramLady Justice Maureen Onyango
Holding
The Court finds that the Petitioner's rights have not been violated and that the Petition is premature. The Petitioner is not deserving of the orders sought.
Facts
Petitioner was employed by the Respondent and received a Notice to Show Cause on 13th June 2019. He requested an adjournment due to insufficient information, but the Respondents proceeded with the disciplinary process.
Issues
- Whether the Petitioner's rights have been violated
- Whether the Petitioner is entitled to the orders sought
- Who bears the costs of the case
Reasoning
The Court upholds the Respondents' right to conduct an internal disciplinary process and finds that the Petitioner's petition was premature.
Outcome
The Petition is dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Employment Act, 2007
- Constitution of Kenya, 2010
- Fair Administrative Action Act
Cases cited (2)
- Maureen K. Imbiakah & Another v Teachers’ Service Commission & 2 Others [219]eKLR
- Kisumu ELRC Petition No. 20 of 2017
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