Jonathan Ciano v Uchumi Supermarkets Limited [2022] KEELRC 379 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 379
- Citation
- [2022] KEELRC 379 (KLR)
- Decided
- 31 March 2022
Summary at a glance
TypeEmployment DisputePostureAppeal from an original trial decisionCoramRika
The claimant's resignation was valid and did not require further action from the respondent. The subsequent termination by the respondent was effective.
Facts
The claimant, Jonathan Ciano, was appointed as a Specialized Receiver Manager and later as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uchumi Supermarkets Limited. He resigned on June 13, 2015, and the respondent terminated him on June 15, 2015.
Issues
- Was the claimant's resignation valid?
- If valid, was the subsequent termination by the respondent effective?
- Was the claimant entitled to notice pay, accrued leave days, compensatory damages, and gratuity?
Reasoning
The claimant formally notified the respondent of his intention to relinquish his position as the group CEO, which took effect immediately. The respondent's subsequent termination was effective.
Outcome
The claimant was entitled to notice pay, accrued leave days, compensatory damages, and gratuity.
Orders
- The claimant shall be entitled to the costs of the suit.
Remedies
- Notice pay
- Accrued leave days
- Compensatory damages
- Gratuity
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