Possible re-introduction of Employment Tribunal Fees announced
9th November, 2018
The Ministry of Justice has confirmed that it is considering the reintroduction of Employment Tribunal fees.
The Government was heavily criticised by the Supreme Court in 2017 for the fee structure which was declared unlawful because it denied Claimants access to justice.
Tribunal fees were introduced in July 2013 and meant in certain circumstances claimants had to pay up to £1,200 to pursue a claim against their employer.
Richard Heaton, Permanent Secretary at the MoJ has highlighted that the Supreme Court judgment did not completely prevent the reintroduction of fees. He said “We have taken time over this. We have to get the fee level right. I can see a scheme working that is both progressive and allows people out of paying fees where they can’t afford to.”
At this stage it is unclear when, how (or perhaps even if) fees will be reintroduced but we will update you as soon as there are any further developments.
In the meantime, do not hesitate to get in touch with any Tribunal queries you have.
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