Case 1402448/2020 · Employment Tribunal
in person For the v Respondent — 2021
- Case reference
- 1402448/2020
- Decision date
- 8 July 2021
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge Richardson Date
Parties
1 namedClaimant
in person For the
Respondent
- —
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningThe tribunal considered two claims brought by Mr R Webb against the University of Exeter: unfair dismissal and discrimination. The case was heard by Employment Judge A Richardson at Bristol by video on 28 and 29 June 2021, with judgment sent to the parties on 8 July 2021.
On the unfair dismissal claim, the tribunal found that it was not reasonably practicable for the claim to be brought within the normal three-month time limit running from the effective date of termination. However, it also found that the claim was not then presented within a reasonable further period. On that basis, the unfair dismissal claim was dismissed.
On the discrimination claim, the tribunal found that it had been brought outside the three-month time limit. It further held that it was not just and equitable to extend time. The discrimination claim was therefore dismissed.
No remedy was awarded because both claims were dismissed on limitation grounds. The judgment records no split of any monetary award and contains no separate findings on compensation, basic award, injury to feelings, or interest.
Claims and outcomes
2 findings recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfair dismissal | The tribunal held that it was not reasonably practicable to present the unfair dismissal claim within three months of the effective date of termination, but it was not brought within a reasonable further period. | Dismissed | — | — |
| Disability discrimination | The tribunal held that the discrimination claim was presented outside the three-month time limit and that it was not just and equitable to extend time. | Dismissed | Disability | — |
Legal tests applied
3 references- not reasonably practicable
- reasonable further period
- just and equitable
Official outcome judgment PDF
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