Case 6006198/2025 · Employment Tribunal
Mr J Contreras v Gamma Energy Ltd — 2026
- Case reference
- 6006198/2025
- Decision date
- 11 February 2026
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge Smyth Representation
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Mr J Contreras
Respondent
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningThe Tribunal found that Mr Contreras was not an employee under section 230(1) of the Employment Rights Act 1996. On that basis, the claim for unfair dismissal was dismissed.
The claimant's breach of contract claims concerning a 5% equity stake and continuing interests of 0.12% in debt/equity raised and 0.05% in asset sales were dismissed on withdrawal. The judgment records that the claimant reserved his position on whether to bring separate claims in the County Court.
Claims and outcomes
2 findings recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfair dismissal | The Tribunal found that the claimant was not an employee under section 230(1) of the Employment Rights Act 1996 and dismissed the unfair dismissal claim accordingly. | Dismissed | — | — |
| Breach of contract | The claims for breach of contract involving a 5% equity stake and continuing interests in debt/equity raised and asset sales were dismissed on withdrawal, with the claimant reserving his position as to possible County Court claims. | Withdrawn | — | — |
Legal tests applied
1 reference- section 230(1) of the Employment Rights Act 1996
Official outcome judgment PDF
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