Case 6008479/2026 · Employment Tribunal
Michael Stafford v Epic Global Agency Limited — 2026
- Case reference
- 6008479/2026
- Decision date
- 7 July 2026
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge James
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Michael Stafford
Respondent
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningMichael Stafford presented his claim against Epic Global Agency Limited in the Newcastle Employment Tribunal on 10 March 2026. The respondent failed to present a valid response on time. Employment Judge James decided that the claim, or part of it, could properly be determined under rule 22 of the Rules of Procedure. The tribunal upheld the unfair dismissal claim and found the claim for unauthorised deductions from wages well-founded.
The tribunal ordered the respondent to pay £1,503.99 gross for unauthorised deductions from Stafford’s wages. Compensation for unfair dismissal will be determined at a separate remedy hearing, so the recorded award covers only the wage deductions. The respondent may take part in that hearing only to the extent permitted by the judge hearing the case.
Claims and outcomes
2 findings recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfair dismissal | Compensation will be determined at a remedy hearing. | Upheld | — | — |
| Unlawful deduction from wages | The award is a gross amount. | Upheld | — | £1,504 |
Remedy
Monetary award- Total award
- £1,504
- across all upheld claims
Legal tests applied
1 reference- Rule 22 of the Rules of Procedure
Official outcome judgment PDF
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