London Borough of Hackney

1 of 1 EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNALS Claimant: Mr S Smith Respondent: London Borough of Hackney FINAL HEARING Heard at: East London Hearing Centre (by remote video) On: 24, 26 and 27 February 2026 Before: Employment Judge S Shore Appearances For the claimant: In person For the respondent: Miss A Stroud, Counsel JUDGMENT 1. The claimant’s claim of unfair dismissal fails. 2. The claimant’s claim of automatic unfair dismissal under Regulation 7(1) of the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 is dismissed upon withdrawal. 3. Because the claimant’s claim has not succeeded, there is no requirement for a remedy hearing. Approved by: Employment Judge Shore Dated: 27 February 2026