24 Jul 2026
Claim dismissed
Unfair Dismissal, Whistleblowing and Breach of Contract
Heard at Nottingham
The claimant's unfair dismissal claim failed because the employer had a genuine belief in his misconduct based on reasonable grounds, conducted a fair process, and dismissal was within the range of reasonable responses. The wrongful dismissal claim failed because the claimant's conduct amounted to repudiatory breach.
Legal Issues (4)
- Whether the dismissal was fair under s.98 ERA
- whether the investigation and process were reasonable
- whether there was bias or ulterior motive
- whether the employer had a genuine belief in misconduct
Reference: 2602082/2024