Cases1401203/2025

Claimant v The Moody Goose Ltd

29 September 2025Before Employment Judge FergusonBristolon papers

Outcome

Default judgment£205

Individual claims

Unlawful Deduction from Wagessucceeded

The respondent failed to present a valid response on time. The tribunal made a default judgment under rule 21 of the Rules of Procedure, finding the respondent made unauthorised deductions from the claimant's wages.

Facts

Mr Beer brought a claim for unlawful deduction of wages against The Moody Goose Ltd in the Bristol Employment Tribunal. The respondent failed to present a valid response within the required time limit, resulting in a default judgment procedure under rule 21.

Decision

The Employment Judge determined the claim on the papers under rule 21, finding in favour of the claimant. The respondent was ordered to pay £205.10 for unauthorised deductions from wages.

Practical note

Employers who fail to respond to employment tribunal claims face default judgments and automatic liability for claims made against them.

Award breakdown

Unpaid wages£205

Legal authorities cited

Case details

Case number
1401203/2025
Decision date
29 September 2025
Hearing type
rule 21
Hearing days
Classification
default

Respondent

Sector
hospitality
Represented
No

Claimant representation

Represented
No