Case 6022989/2024 · Employment Tribunal
Mr J Vaca v Splendid Hospitality Group LLP Heard Sheffield by video — 2026
- Case reference
- 6022989/2024
- Decision date
- 15 January 2026
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge Brain REPRESENTATION
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Mr J Vaca
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningIn Mr J Vaca's claim against Splendid Hospitality Group LLP, heard at Sheffield by video on 14 and 15 January 2026 before Employment Judge Brain, the respondent applied to strike out or dismiss the claim on the basis of illegality. The tribunal refused that application, stating that it would be disproportionate to strike out or dismiss the claim on that ground.
The claimant's unfair dismissal complaint was then found not well-founded and dismissed. The written record states that reasons were given orally at the hearing, and no separate written reasons were to be provided unless requested in accordance with the tribunal's note.
Claims and outcomes
1 finding recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfair dismissal | The tribunal also refused the respondent's application to strike out or dismiss the claim for illegality, saying it would be disproportionate to do so. | Dismissed | — | — |
Official outcome judgment PDF
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