Leeds Rhinos Rugby Club & Anor v. Howes & Ors [2001] UKEAT 0267_01_1710 (17 October 2001)

The appeal raises arguable points regarding the Tribunal's exercise of its powers and the compensation awarded, warranting a full hearing.

Citation: [2001] UKEAT 0267_01_1710
Parties: Applicant: Mr Sterling; Respondent: 1st Respondent (Club); Respondent: 2nd Respondent (Coach); Respondent: 3rd Respondent (Managing Director); Respondent: 4th Respondent (Chief Executive, Gary Hetherington)
Jurisdiction: United Kingdom
Judgment Date: 17 October 2001
Procedural Posture: Employment Appeal / Preliminary Hearing on Appeal
Outcome: Appeal to proceed to full hearing
Legal Topics: Racial Discrimination, Victimisation, Remedies, Compensation, Employment Tribunal Powers

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Mr Sterling

Applicant

1st Respondent (Club)

Respondent

2nd Respondent (Coach)

Respondent

3rd Respondent (Managing Director)

Respondent

4th Respondent (Chief Executive, Gary Hetherington)

Respondent

Employment Appeal / Preliminary Hearing on Appeal

1 Whether the Employment Tribunal misdirected itself regarding its power to make recommendations under s56(1)(c) of the Race Relations Act 1976
2 Whether the award of £10,000 compensation for injury to feelings including aggravated damages was appropriate

The appeal raises arguable points regarding the Tribunal's exercise of its powers and the compensation awarded, warranting a full hearing.

Appeal to proceed to full hearing

Chairman to provide notes of evidence given by 4th Respondent at remedies hearing
Appeal to be listed for 4 hours, Category B