Claimant v The Tipsy Vegan Ltd
Outcome
Individual claims
The tribunal found that the respondent made an unauthorised deduction from the claimant's wages. The respondent was ordered to pay the net sum of £439.78 to the claimant without any deduction or set off.
Facts
This was a claim for unauthorised deduction of wages by Mr J Joe against Tipsy Vegan Limited. The judgment was issued under Rule 22 of the Employment Tribunals Rules of Procedure 2024, suggesting the respondent did not participate or respond to the claim. The tribunal found in favour of the claimant for unpaid wages.
Decision
The tribunal determined that Tipsy Vegan Limited made an unauthorised deduction from Mr Joe's wages and ordered payment of £439.78 net. The tribunal also specified that any PAYE deductions must be made in addition to this net amount to ensure the claimant receives the full sum awarded.
Practical note
Rule 22 default judgments can be issued efficiently for straightforward wage deduction claims where the respondent fails to engage, with tribunals carefully ensuring the claimant receives the full net award after any tax obligations.
Award breakdown
Legal authorities cited
Statutes
Case details
- Case number
- 3305772/2024
- Decision date
- 16 April 2025
- Hearing type
- rule 21
- Hearing days
- —
- Classification
- default
Respondent
- Sector
- hospitality
- Represented
- No
Claimant representation
- Represented
- No