Labour lawPublic service disciplineAdministrative law
Keywords
MisconductDemotionTransferProcurement violationsUnauthorised leaveBorehole levy
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Public service misconductDisciplinary appealSection 46(4) Public Service Regulations
legislation
Statutes Cited
Public Service Regulations, 2000
Public Service Regulations, 2000
Public Service Regulations, 2000
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Case Summary
Key Issues
{"issue_text":"Did the Disciplinary Authority misdirect itself by finding appellant guilty of charges not originally alleged or by changing the facts?","issue_type":"procedural","dispositive":"no","related_facts":"Disciplinary Authority's findings versus original charge sheet; application of section 46(4)"}
{"issue_text":"Was section 46(4) of the Public Service Regulations correctly applied to alter periods and findings?","issue_type":"law","dispositive":"yes","related_facts":"Change of dates from April-September 2017 to January 2015-July 2017; same facts supporting findings"}
{"issue_text":"Did the Disciplinary Authority impose an inappropriate penalty warranting interference?","issue_type":"discretionary","dispositive":"no","related_facts":"Demotion and transfer imposed; appellant sought reinstatement"}
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Facts of the Case
Background
Appellant, Deputy Head at Kuredza Primary School, was disciplined for wilfully absenting himself to attend NAAZ sporting activities in Kenya without Cabinet approval, violating procurement procedures by negotiating with suppliers, and collecting borehole levies without approval. He was demoted and transferred, prompting this appeal.
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