No More 13-Month Barrier! Court Opens Unfair Termination Claims to ALL Employees

Did you think you needed at least 13 months of service to claim unfair dismissal? Not anymore! The Court of Appeal recently confirmed that Section 45(3) of the Employment Act, which previously restricted unfair termination claims to employees with at least 13 months of service, is unconstitutional. The case citation is ?????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????? ????. ?????? & ?????????????? ?? ???????????? [2025] ???????? 161.

This decision highlights key lessons for both employers and employees regarding fair termination procedures and the importance of adherence to due process.

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