Emily Chepkurui Sang v County Public Service Board, Kericho County & another [2021] KEELRC 968 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 968
- Citation
- [2021] KEELRC 968 (KLR)
- Decided
- 23 September 2021
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TypeUnlawful TerminationPostureClaimant seeks reinstatement and compensationCoramHON. LADY JUSTICE HELLEN WASILWA
Holding
Claimant was unlawfully terminated and should be reinstated with back pay and compensation.
Facts
Claimant was terminated by the County Public Service Board on March 30, 2020, for allegedly presenting unauthorized cheques from the County Bursary Fund. She claims she was not given a fair hearing.
Issues
- Validity of termination
- Due process
Reasoning
The termination was found to be unfair due to lack of valid reasons and due process, and the claimant was not given an opportunity to respond to the fraud allegations.
Outcome
Claimant reinstated and awarded compensation
Orders
- Reinstatement with back pay
- Compensation equivalent to 6 months salary
Remedies
- Reinstatement
- Compensation
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Employment Act 2007
- Count Government Act
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