Mpumwire and 7 Others v Mbarara University of Science and Technology (Labour Dispute Reference 1 of 2022)
Mpumwire and 7 Others v Mbarara University of Science and Technology (Labour Dispute Reference 1 of 2022) [2025] UGIC 13 (27 January 2025)
The court found that the reduction of the Claimants' salaries was procedurally unfair because it was implemented without notice or consent, violating statutory requirements under the Employment Act. However, the reduction was substantively justified as the Respondent was required to comply with government policy directives on salary harmonisation for public universities, issued by the Ministry of Public Service, Ministry of Finance, and Ministry of Education. The Respondent acted in accordance with its statutory obligations and public service pay policy. The Claimants are entitled to general…
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- Salary Reduction
- Public Service Pay Policy
- Procedural Fairness
- Notice And Consent
- Damages For Unfair Labour Practice
- University Staff Remuneration