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Emily Chepkurui Sang v County Public Service Board, Kericho County & another [2021] KEELRC 968 (KLR)

[2021] KEELRC 968 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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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

  1. Validity of termination
  2. 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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