Employment law cases

Franks v Reuters Ltd and another [2003] IRLR 423 CA

Reports relating to this case:

  • Employment status: Employee status to be determined from full consideration of evidence

    Date:
    18 July 2003

    In Franks v Reuters Ltd and another, the Court of Appeal holds that in determining an individual's employment status, an employment tribunal should consider, not only any relevant documents, but also all the relevant evidence about the dynamics of the work relationship between the parties, and make clear and comprehensive findings of fact on this evidence.