Case 1303404/2022 · Employment Tribunal
Ms Deanne Smith v First Trenitalia West Coast Rail Limited — 2023
- Case reference
- 1303404/2022
- Decision date
- 24 July 2023
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge Hussain Representation
- Venue
- Midlands West
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Ms Deanne Smith
Respondent
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningMs Deanne Smith brought claims against First Trenitalia West Coast Rail Limited at the Midlands West Employment Tribunal, heard on 24 July 2023 before Employment Judge Hussain. The tribunal dismissed the claims of sexual harassment and harassment related to sex.
The reason given was jurisdictional. The tribunal found that the claims had been presented outside the time limit in section 123 of the Equality Act 2010, and it was not just and equitable to extend the time limit to allow them to proceed. No remedy was awarded.
Claims and outcomes
1 finding recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harassment | The judgment says the claimant's claims of sexual harassment and harassment related to sex were dismissed because the tribunal did not have jurisdiction. The claims were presented outside the time limit in section 123 Equality Act 2010 and it was not just and equitable to extend time. | Dismissed | Sex | — |
Legal tests applied
2 references- section 123 Equality Act 2010
- just and equitable extension
Official outcome judgment PDF
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