Butterworth v Yeoman Computer Bureau Services Ltd [1991] UKEAT 226_91_1009 (10 September 1991)

Butterworth v Yeoman Computer Bureau Services Ltd [1991] UKEAT 226_91_1009 (10 September 1991)

Registrar's refusal to extend time was within lawful discretion; appellant's reasons did not constitute good grounds for extension; no merit found in appeal on point of law.

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Citation
[1991] UKEAT 226_91_1009
Parties
Appellant: Mr Butterworth; Respondent: The Yeoman Computer Bureau Services Limited
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Judgment Date
10 September 1991
Procedural Posture
Interlocutory Appeal / Appeal Against Refusal of Extension of Time
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Extension of Time, Constructive Dismissal, Contract of Employment
Employment Law Extension of Time Constructive Dismissal Contract of Employment

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Parties

Mr Butterworth

Appellant

The Yeoman Computer Bureau Services Limited

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Interlocutory Appeal / Appeal Against Refusal of Extension of Time

Legal Issues

  1. 1 whether extension of time for appeal should be granted
  2. 2 whether there was constructive dismissal
  3. 3 whether respondent failed to provide contract of employment

Ratio Decidendi

Registrar's refusal to extend time was within lawful discretion; appellant's reasons did not constitute good grounds for extension; no merit found in appeal on point of law.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • no extension of time granted
  • appeal not admitted