Latest tribunal judgments.

Mr G Bruce v HSS Proservice Ltd: 4101448/2025

The claimant, a regional sales manager employed since 2019, claimed constructive unfair dismissal following unilateral changes to his role in February 2025, including removal of significant responsibilities and an instruction to manage a client portfolio for the first time, imposed without consultation or fair process and accompanied by threats of disciplinary action. The tribunal found that the cumulative effect of these acts, together with the final act on 28 May 2025 when the respondent maintained its position despite recognition that the issue needed resolving, constituted a repudiatory breach of the implied term of trust and confidence, justifying the claimant's resignation.

Mrs J O’Donnell v HBOS plc: 8001751/2025

Mrs O'Donnell worked for HBOS plc from March 2008 until June 2025 as an Assistant Manager in the Recoveries Team. She claimed sex discrimination, maternity discrimination, and unfair dismissal, alleging that a policy change required her to perform Grade C duties whilst on Grade D salary, adversely affecting her redundancy selection. The tribunal found claims under sections 13, 18 and 19 Equality Act 2010 were well founded (except those specifically dismissed), and that the dismissal was unfair.

Mrs A H Esteban v M J Fraser T/a D Fraser: 8001585/2025

A preliminary hearing to determine disability status in a disability discrimination claim. The claimant, who was diagnosed with Dyslexia at primary school in Australia and has lifelong difficulties with reading, writing and spelling, claimed to be disabled within the meaning of the Equality Act 2010. The respondent disputed this.

Ms K McKeen v GEO Amey Ltd and Scottish Prison Service: 4101251/2025

This preliminary hearing determined whether Ms McKeen, a Prison Custody Officer employed by GEO Amey Limited and contracted to Scottish Prison Service, was a disabled person within the meaning of section 6 of the Equality Act 2010. The claimant claimed to have Post Sepsis Syndrome and Functional Cognitive Disorder resulting from sepsis following childbirth in November 2020, which affected her memory, concentration, and ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. The tribunal found the claimant's evidence credible and established that she satisfied the definition of disability for the material period (November 2020 to January 2025).

Miss E Bracey v Miss E Finnie: 4103603/2025

The claimant's unfair dismissal claim succeeds. She is awarded a total compensation of £1,004.12, including a basic award of £476.19 and a compensatory award of £527.93 with a 20% reduction for contributory conduct.

Mr N Williamson v PTS Services Group Ltd: 8002801/2025

The claimant was awarded £6,000 as the sum due to him under the contract as the respondent was found to be in breach of contract by not paying him a bonus that was contractually due.

Ms A Sydorchuk v Aspirare Resourcing Ltd: 8002456/2025

Ms Sydorchuk claimed arrears of pay totalling £2,517.81 after the respondent failed to pay her full monthly salary from March 2025 onwards. The respondent admitted the payment delays, attributing them to a change of accountant, but did not contest the claimant's detailed breakdown of losses. The tribunal found the claim well-founded and ordered the respondent to pay the full amount of unlawful deductions.

Mr R King v Foodstore Ltd: 8002331/2025

The claimant, who worked as operations director for a family business and held 25% shareholding, was not paid salary from October 2024 onwards despite a share purchase agreement confirming his continued employment until April 2025. The tribunal found the claimant was validly an employee despite his other roles, and that the respondent made unauthorised deductions from wages and pension contributions totalling £112,854.84.

Mr G Dron v Clyde Waste Solutions Ltd: 8002303/2025

The claimant brought a claim against Clyde Waste Solutions Limited for unauthorised wage deductions and unpaid holiday entitlement. The respondent presented no response to the claim, and the Employment Judge issued judgment under Rule 22 on the available material, ordering the respondent to pay £1,320.00 for wage deductions and £480.00 for unpaid holiday.

Mr J Craig v MJ Fort UK Ltd: 8002288/2025

The claimant brought a claim against MJ Fort UK Ltd for unpaid holiday entitlement upon termination. The respondent failed to present a response to the claim. The tribunal issued judgment under Rule 22, finding the respondent had failed to pay the claimant's holiday entitlement and ordered payment of £687.00.

Mrs F McLellan v J D Lindsay T/a Macklin Glazing: 8002646/2025

The claimant claimed an unauthorised deduction from wages against the respondent, a glazing trader. The respondent failed to present a response and the tribunal issued judgment under Rule 22, ordering the respondent to pay £7,492 in net wages. The tribunal declined to award compensation for mental anguish as it lacks jurisdiction to award such damages in wage deduction claims.

M Salkar and Others v Gusto Restaurants Ltd (in administration) c/o Interpath Advisory: 4103465/2025 and Others

Multiple claimants employed by Gusto Restaurants Ltd brought claims following redundancy dismissals on 29 July 2025. The tribunal found that the respondent failed to comply with statutory requirements to elect employee representatives and consult with them before making redundancies affecting more than 20 employees. A protective award was made for a 90-day protected period beginning 29 July 2025.

Mrs AM Tague v The Kindmans Public House Ltd: 4104246/2025

The claimant was dismissed by reason of redundancy and is entitled to a redundancy payment of £2,637.36 gross based on 13 years of service. The respondent is also ordered to pay damages of £2,344.32 gross for breach of contract in respect of notice, with the statutory notice period exceeding the contractual entitlement.

Miss J Buckley v The Kindmans Public House Ltd: 4104247/2025

The claimant was dismissed by reason of redundancy and is entitled to a redundancy payment of £2,765.63 gross for 23 years of service. The respondent breached the contract regarding notice and is ordered to pay damages of £1,125.00 gross (12 weeks statutory notice, which exceeds the contractual entitlement). The claim was decided under Rule 22 as the respondent failed to present a response.

Ms E Mages v Tobar Group Ltd: 8002229/2025

The claimant, a Café/Coffee House Manager employed from January to September 2025, claimed unauthorised deductions from wages for failure to receive contracted minimum 45 hours per week, and failure to pay accrued annual leave upon termination. The tribunal upheld both claims, finding the respondent made unauthorised deductions totalling £2,002.31 for shortfall in hours and £415.80 for unpaid annual leave, and awarded damages for breach of contract.

D Lime v QMK Management Ltd: 8000123/2026

The claimant's complaint of unfair dismissal succeeded following the respondent's failure to respond to the claim within the required 28-day period. The Employment Judge determined liability and remedy without a hearing based on the available material. The respondent was ordered to pay a basic award of £2,626 and a compensatory award of £6,546 for past loss of earnings.

J Armenaud v Psyche Therapy Group Ltd: 8002221/2025

The claimant brought a claim for unlawful deductions from wages against Psyche Therapy Group Ltd. The respondent failed to present a response to the claim. The tribunal found the respondent made unauthorised deductions and awarded compensation for unpaid wages and lost pension contributions.

Miss M Moffat v Heavy Sound CIC: 8003131/2025

The claimant's complaint of unfair dismissal against Heavy Sound CIC succeeded. The respondent failed to submit a response within the required 28-day period, and the Employment Judge determined liability and remedy without a hearing. The claimant was awarded a basic award of £1,004 and a compensatory award of £4,877.

Mr D Glass v Southesk Settlement: 8000104/2026

The claimant brought a claim for unlawful deduction of wages against Southesk Settlement. The respondent failed to present a response. The Employment Judge issued judgment on the available material finding an unauthorised deduction from wages had occurred.

Mr D Macfarlane and Others v National Timber Group Scotland Ltd (In Administration): 4100015/2026 and Others

54 claimants who were dismissed as redundant by National Timber Group Scotland Ltd brought claims alleging failure to comply with collective redundancy consultation requirements under the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992. The respondent was in administration and did not present a response within the applicable time limit. The tribunal found the complaint well-founded and made a protective award of 90 days' remuneration commencing 26 November 2025.

Mr R Hunter v Carnegie Estate Management Ltd: 8000011/2026

The claimant brought claims for unauthorised wage deductions and unpaid holiday entitlement against Carnegie Estate Management Ltd. The respondent failed to present a response to the claim. The tribunal issued judgment under Rule 22 awarding the claimant £1615.38 for unauthorised wage deductions and £173.07 for unpaid holiday entitlement.

Mr G Shields v Conservatory Renovation Company Ltd: 8003114/2025

The claimant brought claims for unlawful wage deductions, failure to pay holiday entitlement, wrongful dismissal for breach of notice, and failure to provide employment particulars. The respondent failed to respond to the claim. Employment Judge Kemp issued judgment in the claimant's favour on all grounds, ordering the respondent to pay a total of £4,541 comprising unpaid wages (£1,009), holiday pay (£1,009), notice pay damages (£505), and statutory damages for failure to provide particulars (£2,018).

Mr A Pegley v Seismic Image Processing Ltd: 8003116/2025

The claimant brought a claim for unlawful deductions from wages against Seismic Image Processing Ltd. The respondent failed to present a response to the claim. The tribunal issued judgment under Rule 22, finding the respondent had made unauthorised wage deductions and failed to pay correct pension contributions.

Ms P MacDonald v SJ Highland Construction Ltd: 8000076/2026

The claimant brought a claim for unlawful wage deductions against SJ Highland Construction Ltd. The respondent failed to present a response, and the tribunal issued judgment in favour of the claimant under Rule 22 of the Employment Tribunal Procedure Rules 2024. The respondent was ordered to pay £3,451.34 for unauthorised wage deductions and £924.86 for unpaid holiday pay.

Mr J Smart v Washstation Ltd: 8002455/2025

The claimant's claim of unlawful deduction from wages succeeds and the respondent shall pay to the claimant the sum of ONE THOUSAND POUNDS (£1,000).

Mr M E Taggart v FPSG Connect Ltd (In Liquidation): 8002214/2025

The claimant's complaints of unfair dismissal and breach of contract in respect of non-payment of notice pay were well founded and successful. The claimant was awarded a total of £22,935.79 for the unfair dismissal, comprising a basic award of £9,706.50 and a compensatory award of £13,229.29. The claimant was also awarded £9,301.95 in respect of the unpaid notice period.

K Morris v FKA Textiles Ltd: 8003130/2025

The claimant was dismissed in breach of contract and in respect of redundancy. The tribunal ordered the respondent to pay the claimant damages and a redundancy payment.

Ms C M Samson v The Hair & Beauty Mill Ltd: 8001581/2025

The claimant was made redundant from her position as a Hairdresser. The tribunal awarded the claimant notice pay, a redundancy payment, and the balance of her holiday entitlement.

Mr B Wyngard v Ross’s Garage Ltd: 4103570/2025

The claimant's claim for compensation in respect of accrued but untaken annual leave (holiday pay) succeeded, with the respondent ordered to pay £822. The respondent was also ordered to pay the claimant £2,632.44 for failure to provide a statement of employment particulars.

Mr M Moghimi v RLK Technologies Ltd: 8002806/2025

The claimant's claim of wrongful dismissal is well founded and the respondent is ordered to pay the claimant £2,241 in damages. The respondent is also ordered to pay the claimant £1,344.60 in respect of unpaid annual leave.

Mr P Cochrane v Aspirare Resourcing Ltd (in Liquidation): 8002329/2025

The respondent is ordered to pay the claimant £1,745.89 in unpaid wages.

Ms M Sheridan v Past Due Credit Solutions and J Sharma: 8001747/2025

This was a preliminary hearing to determine whether the claimant was disabled under the Equality Act 2010, based on her impairments of asthma and allergies. The tribunal found that the claimant was disabled during the relevant period.

Mr D M Low v Ultra Catering Ltd: 8001674/2024

The claimant was unfairly dismissed from his employment with the respondent company for making protected disclosures. The tribunal awarded the claimant £11,270.14 in compensation.

Mr M MacDonald v Mr U Razzaq T/a Tay Pharmacy: 8002191/2025

The claimant was unfairly dismissed and the respondents are ordered to pay the claimant a monetary award of £6,344.50.

Mr R Barker v Tayside Public Transport Co Ltd T/a Xplore Dundee: 8001577/2025

The claimant was dismissed due to a medical condition (Atrial Fibrillation) that caused him to lose his bus driver's license. The tribunal found that the claimant was disabled at the relevant time.

Ms K Connor v Lillie Beau Ltd: 8001711/2024

The claimant is ordered to pay the respondent £4,000 in respect of expenses incurred in defending the claimant's unfair dismissal claim, which the tribunal found had no reasonable prospects of success and was brought vexatiously.

Mr F Allan v Central Taxis (North East) Ltd: 8002332/2025

The claimant was employed as an ad hoc taxi driver by the respondent company. The respondent deducted £500 from the claimant's wages to cover the insurance excess for damage caused by the claimant to a company vehicle. The tribunal found the deductions to be unauthorised under s.13 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 and awarded the claimant £500.

Ms K L Coleman v Thermoelectric Conversion Systems Ltd: 4102789/2025

The claimant was constructively unfairly dismissed. The parties agreed the compensation to be awarded, including a basic award of £1,230.76 and a compensatory award of £6,778.80. The respondent also wrongfully dismissed the claimant by not paying her notice pay, but the sum sought in that regard has been taken into account in the compensatory award.

Mr R Gwiazda v KBB Distribution Ltd: 8001702/2025

The respondent is ordered to pay the claimant £7,413.20 which includes a basic award of £1,030.34 and a compensatory award of £6,382.86.

Mr K Murphy v Elis UK Ltd: 8002610/2025

The respondent has made an unauthorised deduction from the claimant's wages and is ordered to pay the claimant the gross sum of £407.34.