Toure v Ken Wilkins Print Ltd [2023]

Posted In: Case Law
  • Decision Number
    EAT 163
  • Legal Body
    Employment Appeals Tribunal (EAT)
  • Type of Claim / Jurisdiction
    Dismissal
Issues covered: Victimisation; Dismissal

Background: 

The claimant was employed by the respondent from August 2018 until his dismissal in October 2019. 

In January 2019 it was alleged that the claimant was subject to racial abuseThe claimant raised a grievance which was rejectedHe appealed and during that process he told two managers that he would not bring legal proceedings if he was promoted and given a salary increase. 

In October 2019 he withdrew his appeal and he was then dismissed for unrelated misconduct and his comments to the manager which they perceived as blackmail. 

A claim was brought for unfair dismissal and victimisation.  

Outcome: 

The Tribunal, at

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This article is correct at 25/01/2024
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