Cases3305898/2023

Claimant v Relax of High Wycombe Ltd (In Liquidation)

17 January 2025Before Employment Judge Frenchon papers

Outcome

Claimant succeeds£718

Individual claims

Unlawful Deduction from Wagessucceeded

The tribunal found that the respondent made unauthorized deductions from the claimant's wages. The respondent, being in liquidation, did not participate in the proceedings, and judgment was entered under Rule 22 in favour of the claimant.

Facts

Mr Fiaczek brought a claim for unlawful deduction of wages against Relax of High Wycombe Ltd, a company in liquidation. The respondent did not participate in the proceedings. The tribunal considered the matter on paper under Rule 22.

Decision

The tribunal found in favour of the claimant and ordered the respondent to pay £718.28 net for unauthorized deductions from wages. The judgment was entered as a default judgment under Rule 22. The claimant was advised of the procedure should he wish to pursue a costs application.

Practical note

Where a respondent company in liquidation fails to participate, tribunals can enter default judgment under Rule 22 for unlawful deduction of wages claims.

Award breakdown

Unpaid wages£718

Legal authorities cited

Statutes

Employment Tribunals Rules of Procedure 2013 Rule 22

Case details

Case number
3305898/2023
Decision date
17 January 2025
Hearing type
default judgment
Hearing days
Classification
default

Respondent

Sector
hospitality
Represented
No

Claimant representation

Represented
No