Cases1303165/2022

Claimant v Hex Energy Limited

11 November 2025Before Employment Judge PlattMidlands Westremote video

Outcome

Other

Facts

This was a preliminary hearing in which the respondent, Hex Energy Limited, applied to strike out the claimant's claim. The claimant, Mr Walkden, appeared in person accompanied by his wife. The respondent was represented by a solicitor, Mr Wishart, with the CEO Mr Howley also in attendance.

Decision

The tribunal refused the respondent's application to strike out the claim. The reasons for this decision were given orally at the hearing and not provided in writing.

Practical note

A respondent's application to strike out a claim at preliminary hearing was refused, allowing the claimant's case to proceed to full hearing.

Case details

Case number
1303165/2022
Decision date
11 November 2025
Hearing type
preliminary
Hearing days
1
Classification
contested

Respondent

Sector
energy
Represented
Yes
Rep type
solicitor

Claimant representation

Represented
No