Case 6026216/2025 · Employment Tribunal
Steve Binks v University of Northumbria — 2026
- Case reference
- 6026216/2025
- Decision date
- 24 February 2026
- Jurisdiction
- England & Wales
- Judge
- Employment Judge Sweeney Appearances
- Venue
- Newcastle
Parties
2 namedClaimant
Steve Binks
Respondent
Key findings
Tribunal's reasoningThe claimant brought a claim of unfair dismissal against the University of Northumbria. The case was heard at Newcastle Employment Tribunal on 24 February 2026 before Employment Judge Sweeney.
The tribunal found that the claimant was not continuously employed for a period of not less than two years ending with the effective date of termination. On that basis, it concluded that the claimant did not have the right not to be unfairly dismissed, and the unfair dismissal claim was dismissed.
Claims and outcomes
1 finding recorded| Claim type | Issue or finding | Outcome | Protected characteristic | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfair dismissal | The tribunal dismissed the unfair dismissal claim because the claimant was not continuously employed for at least two years ending with the effective date of termination and therefore did not have the right not to be unfairly dismissed. | Dismissed | — | — |
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