Cases2304512/2023

Claimant v Priory Mews Healthcare Limited

18 February 2025Before Employment Judge LumbyCroydonremote video

Outcome

Claimant succeeds£3,848

Individual claims

Unlawful Deduction from Wagessucceeded

The tribunal found the complaint of unauthorised deductions from wages to be well-founded. The respondent made unauthorised deductions from the claimant's wages totalling £3,847.67 gross.

Facts

Ms Kassanga brought a claim for unauthorised deductions from wages against Priory Mews Healthcare Limited. The hearing took place remotely by CVP. The claimant appeared in person while the respondent was represented by Mrs B Sanghera, a director. The tribunal heard evidence regarding deductions totalling £3,847.67 from the claimant's wages.

Decision

The tribunal found the complaint of unauthorised deductions from wages to be well-founded. The respondent was ordered to pay the claimant £3,847.67 gross, representing the total amount unlawfully deducted. The claimant was made responsible for payment of any tax or National Insurance on this sum.

Practical note

This case demonstrates a straightforward successful claim for unauthorised wage deductions where the tribunal upheld the claimant's complaint and ordered repayment of the gross amount deducted.

Award breakdown

Unpaid wages£3,848

Case details

Case number
2304512/2023
Decision date
18 February 2025
Hearing type
full merits
Hearing days
1
Classification
contested

Respondent

Sector
healthcare
Represented
Yes
Rep type
in house

Claimant representation

Represented
No