Nyanumba v British Broadcasting Corporation (Cause 13 of 2017) [2023] KEELRC 1589 (KLR) (30 June 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1589
- Citation
- [2023] KEELRC 1589 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 June 2023
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TypeEmployment DisputePostureClaimant v RespondentCoramJAMES RIKA
Holding
The Respondent's dismissal was unfair and unlawful. The Claimant is ordered to pay the Respondent Kshs 231,636, return the laptop and other items, and receive compensation for unfair termination.
Facts
The Claimant was employed by the Respondent as an Administrative Assistant and later a Business Development Coordinator. He was dismissed on December 31, 2016, without notice. He claimed unpaid salary, leave, service pay, and compensation for unfair termination.
Issues
- Unfair termination
- Unpaid leave
- Service pay
- Compensation for unfair termination
Reasoning
The Claimant was not dismissed summarily but advised to take annual leave. He was not entitled to service pay or annual leave. The dismissal was unfair due to the disciplinary process and lack of notice.
Outcome
Claimant loses
Orders
- Claimant pays Respondent Kshs 231,636 with interest
- Claimant returns laptop and other items
- Claimant receives compensation for unfair termination
Remedies
- Compensation for unfair termination
- Interest on compensation
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Employment Act
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