Case 2300946/2023 · Employment Tribunal
Mr T. Stothard v Channel Commercials plc — 2024
- Case reference
- 2300946/2023
- Decision date
- 16 January 2024
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge Callan Dated
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Mr T. Stothard
Respondent
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningMr T. Stothard brought a claim against Channel Commercials Plc alleging that he had been automatically unfairly dismissed under section 99 of the Employment Rights Act 1996, relating to leave for family reasons. In the alternative, he relied on section 104 ERA 1996, asserting that the dismissal was for asserting a statutory right.
The case was heard at London South by CVP on 16 January 2024 before Employment Judge Callan. The tribunal dismissed the claim in full. The written record states that reasons were given orally at the hearing and that no written reasons would be provided unless requested in time.
Claims and outcomes
1 finding recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfair dismissal | Claim pleaded as automatic unfair dismissal under section 99 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 (leave for family reasons), alternatively under section 104 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 for asserting a statutory right. | Dismissed | — | — |
Legal tests applied
2 references- s.99 Employment Rights Act 1996
- s.104 Employment Rights Act 1996
Official outcome judgment PDF
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