Case 3302193/2023 · Employment Tribunal
Mrs Haile Atack v Smarter Metering Services Ltd — 2024
- Case reference
- 3302193/2023
- Decision date
- 25 March 2024
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge Representation
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Mrs Haile Atack
Respondent
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningMrs Haile Atack brought a claim against Smarter Metering Services Ltd alleging direct discrimination on the ground of gender reassignment. The matter was heard in public at Bury St Edmunds on 25 March 2024 before Tribunal Judge Peer acting as an Employment Judge.
The tribunal found that the claim was not presented within the applicable time limit. It further found that it was not just and equitable to extend the time limit. On that basis, the claim was dismissed.
Claims and outcomes
1 finding recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gender reassignment discrimination | The tribunal held the direct discrimination claim was not presented within the applicable time limit and that it was not just and equitable to extend time. | Dismissed | Gender reassignment | — |
Official outcome judgment PDF
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