- The tribunal dismissed the employer’s appeal against both a Fixed Penalty Notice and an Escalating Penalty Notice, but remitted the matter to the respondent; no further directions were made.
- The penalties arose because the employer failed to comply with a compliance notice requiring its declaration of compliance by 3 December 2025.
- The employer argued it had a reasonable excuse due to refurbishment-related mail disruption, non-receipt of notices, unfamiliarity with statutory duties, and prompt compliance once notified.
- The respondent maintained the notices were validly issued and served at the registered office, relying on statutory presumptions of service and receipt.
Source: bailii.org
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