Claimant wins breach of contract case at Employment Tribunal
📌 In brief
In this case, an employee won their claim against their employer for wrongful dismissal due to lack of notice pay. The Employment Tribunal ruled in favour of the worker and ordered the employer to pay compensation.
⚖️ Legal holding
An employer must provide notice pay in accordance with employment law if a dismissal breaches the contract.
📖 Technical summary
The claimant was awarded damages for breach of contract regarding notice pay.
📜 Headnote Official document
The claim was presented in the Watford Employment Tribunal. The respondent failed to present a valid response on time, leading to a determination that the employer breached the employment contract by dismissing without proper notice. The tribunal awarded damages equivalent to four weeks' net pay.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
Case Number: 3304355/2025
EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNALS
Claimant: [redacted]
Respondent: [redacted]
1. The claim was presented in the Watford Employment Tribunal on 17 July 2025. The respondent has failed to present a valid response on time. The Employment Judge has decided that a determination can properly be made of the claim, or part of it, in accordance with rule 22 of the Rules of Procedure.
2. The claimant was dismissed in breach of contract in respect of notice and the respondent must pay damages to the claimant of £1,518.64 (4 weeks’ net pay) .
3. Credit must be given for any sums already paid by the [NAME] for notice pay.
Approved by:
Employment Judge Shastri-Hurst
4 March 2026
JUDGMENT SENT TO THE PARTIES ON
5 May 2026
FOR THE TRIBUNAL OFFICE
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- Employer made unauthorised wage deductions.
- Employer failed to provide proper notice period as per contract.
- Employer did not pay accrued but untaken holiday entitlements.
- Employer breached contractual obligations regarding pension contributions.
- Employer discriminated against or harassed an employee.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The tribunal decided that the employer breached the employment contract by dismissing without proper notice, awarding damages.
Who was involved?
A claimant and their employer were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court ruled in favour of the claimant because the employer failed to provide adequate notice as required by employment law.
Which laws or rules were applied?
No specific laws or rules are mentioned in this judgment.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The central reasoning was that the dismissal without proper notice breached the contract between employer and employee.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the claimant.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone dismissed without proper notice may be entitled to compensation from their former employer.
What evidence or documents mattered?
No specific evidence or documents are mentioned in the judgment.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions can often be appealed if there is a valid reason for doing so.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is always recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for legal cases.