Cases6006286/2024

Claimant v East Surrey College Corporation

18 July 2025Before Employment Judge MortonLondon Southremote video

Outcome

Claimant fails

Individual claims

Unfair Dismissalfailed

The tribunal heard the claim over three days and concluded that the dismissal was fair under sections 94 and 98 of the Employment Rights Act 1996. The claim was not well founded and was dismissed.

Facts

Mr Squire brought a claim of unfair dismissal against East Surrey College Corporation. The case was heard over three days by video conference. The claimant represented himself while the respondent was represented by Peninsula. Oral reasons were given at the conclusion of the hearing.

Decision

The tribunal dismissed the unfair dismissal claim, finding it was not well founded. The dismissal was determined to be fair under the provisions of sections 94 and 98 of the Employment Rights Act 1996.

Practical note

Without written reasons it is difficult to determine the key takeaway, but the tribunal found the employer's dismissal procedure and reasons met the statutory test for fairness.

Legal authorities cited

Statutes

ERA 1996 s.94ERA 1996 s.98

Case details

Case number
6006286/2024
Decision date
18 July 2025
Hearing type
full merits
Hearing days
3
Classification
contested

Respondent

Sector
education
Represented
Yes
Rep type
lay rep

Claimant representation

Represented
No