From today, any employee wishing to bring an employment tribunal will have to pay a fee upfront, meaning they can no longer bring a claim free of charge, for the first time since they were created in the 1960s. Small claims such as unpaid wages will cost £160 to lodge and another £230 if it proceeds, whilst larger claims, such as claims for unfair dismissal will cost an initial £250, then a further £950. Fees will also apply if a claimant wants to appeal a decision. In the Employment Appeal Tribunal, the fees will be £400 to lodge an appeal…
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