Wrongful dismissal (Great Britain)
A wrongful-dismissal claim is based on a contractual breach, commonly a failure to give the notice required by the applicable contract or law. It differs from the statutory question of whether a dismissal was unfair. Facts, contract terms and legal exceptions matter; a dismissal can raise both issues. Remedies and procedure depend on the applicable jurisdiction.
Worked example
An employee is dismissed immediately without the notice due under the contract, and no valid exception applies. They consider a claim for the contractual notice loss.
Common mistake
Assuming that a dismissal must be statutorily unfair before it can also involve a contractual breach.
Where it appears in your exams
| Qualification | Exam | Relationship | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCA | LW (ENG) | Direct | September 2026–June 2027 |