Case 2304651/2023 · Employment Tribunal
Mr Pir Ruhel Chowdhury v The Commissioners for His Majesty’s Revenue & Customs — 2025
- Case reference
- 2304651/2023
- Decision date
- 9 May 2025
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge E Fowell
- Panel members
- Mr A Fairbank, Ms N O'Hare
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Mr Pir Ruhel Chowdhury
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningThe tribunal found that the claim had been presented outside the normal time limit, but it was just and equitable to extend time so that the complaint could be heard. That was a preliminary procedural decision only and did not determine the substance of the claim.
The claimant's sole complaint was that on 27 March 2023 he was not allowed to apply for an alternative role during a recruitment freeze, whereas a colleague was allowed to do so. The tribunal held that this decision was not an act of discrimination. The claim of race discrimination was therefore dismissed.
Claims and outcomes
1 finding recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Race discrimination | The claim was submitted outside the normal time limit, but the tribunal extended time on a just and equitable basis before hearing the merits. | Dismissed | Race | — |
Legal tests applied
1 reference- just and equitable extension of time
Official outcome judgment PDF
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