15 Jul 2026
Claim dismissed
Unpaid Wages
Heard at Carlisle
The claimant's holiday pay for gritting duties was paid at an agreed rate (7.67%) negotiated with the trade union, and there was no statutory entitlement to a higher rate, therefore no unlawful deduction occurred.
Legal Issues (3)
- Unlawful deduction from wages under section 13 ERA 1996
- whether holiday pay for additional duties was governed by statute or by a bespoke union agreement
- whether a series of deductions existed for jurisdiction purposes
Reference: 2404760/2025