Kabi Geofrey v National Union of Protection and Agricultural Workers (Labour Dispute Claim 52 of 2015)
Kabi Geofrey v National Union of Protection and Agricultural Workers (Labour Dispute Claim 52 of 2015) [2019] UGIC 24 (12 April 2019)
The court found that the claimant's request for gratuity and salary arrears was a legitimate exercise of his rights under the respondent's standing orders and did not constitute resignation. The respondent's conduct, including the refusal to appreciate the claimant's entitlement and the pressure to vacate office, amounted to unreasonable conduct and constructive dismissal under Section 65(1)(c) of the Employment Act. The court relied on precedent, notably Nyakabwa Abwooli vs Security 2000 Ltd, to hold that the removal of the claimant from office without alternative arrangements constituted un…
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- Constructive Dismissal
- Gratuity Entitlement
- Salary Arrears
- Notice In Lieu
- Vehicle Allowance