Devon and Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner v Weavin: EAT 13 Nov 2014

EAT Unfair Dismissal: Reasonableness of Dismissal – The Claimant was dismissed by reason of (a) capability in performing his job, (b) loss of external accreditation necessary for the job and (c) absence of suitable alternative employment. The Employment Tribunal found dismissal for that (capability) reason unfair on two grounds relating to (a) only. Wrong approach under section 98 Employment Rights Act. Appeal allowed. Unfair dismissal claim dismissed.

Peter Clark HHJ
[2014] UKEAT 0215 – 14 – 1311
Bailii
England and Wales

Employment

Updated: 24 December 2021; Ref: scu.540264