The applicant sought an extension of time to appeal against dismissal of his claim for unfair dismissal. The tribunal had ruled that his application was premature, since his fixed term contract had not yet expired, and that they therefore did not have jurisdiction.
Held: The appellant wished to argue that under section 55 and section 67(4) that he was free to present his case before the termination of the contract. This was an arguable point which should be allowed to proceed.
Judges:
Lord Justice Hirst
Citations:
[1996] EWCA Civ 1188
Statutes:
Employment Protection (Consolidation) Act 1978 55 67(4)
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Employment
Updated: 04 November 2022; Ref: scu.141056