Claimant v The Governing Body of the Royal Alexandra and Albert School
Outcome
Individual claims
The tribunal found that the respondent made unauthorised deductions from the claimant's wages totalling £1130.60 gross. The claim was well-founded and the tribunal ordered the respondent to repay the full amount deducted.
Facts
Ms Dickerson, a self-represented claimant, brought a claim against her employer, the Royal Alexandra and Albert School, alleging unauthorised deductions from her wages. The respondent was represented by counsel Mr C Howells. The hearing took place at London South Employment Tribunal on 12 June 2025 before Employment Judge Taylor.
Decision
The tribunal found in favour of the claimant, determining that the respondent had made unauthorised deductions from wages totalling £1130.60 gross. The tribunal ordered the respondent to pay the claimant the full amount that had been unlawfully deducted.
Practical note
Employers must ensure they have proper legal authority before making any deductions from employees' wages, as unlawful deductions will result in tribunal orders to repay the full amount.
Award breakdown
Case details
- Case number
- 6005746/2025
- Decision date
- 12 June 2025
- Hearing type
- full merits
- Hearing days
- 1
- Classification
- contested
Respondent
- Sector
- education
- Represented
- Yes
- Rep type
- barrister
Claimant representation
- Represented
- No