Claimant v John Parker International Limited
Outcome
Individual claims
The tribunal found as a matter of fact that the claimant was not dismissed by the respondent. Without a dismissal, there can be no claim for unfair dismissal under the Employment Rights Act 1996. The claim therefore fails on this fundamental threshold issue.
Facts
The claimant, Sienna Farrance, brought a claim of unfair dismissal against John Parker International Limited. The matter proceeded to a two-day hearing at London South tribunal conducted by video. The claimant appeared in person while the respondent was represented by a solicitor, Mrs Singh. The tribunal heard evidence and submissions from both parties.
Decision
The tribunal found as a matter of fact that the claimant was not dismissed by the respondent. As dismissal is a prerequisite for a claim of unfair dismissal, the claim failed and was dismissed. The judgment was delivered orally at the hearing on 8 August 2025.
Practical note
A claimant must establish that they were actually dismissed before an unfair dismissal claim can succeed; without a dismissal, the claim fails at the threshold stage.
Case details
- Case number
- 6011851/2024
- Decision date
- 8 August 2025
- Hearing type
- full merits
- Hearing days
- 2
- Classification
- contested
Respondent
- Sector
- other
- Represented
- Yes
- Rep type
- solicitor
Claimant representation
- Represented
- No