In the meantime if there is a company procedure the employee can still go through it as long as they do not miss the 3 month deadline. Extensions to the 3 month limit have been allowed for the following reasons. Where the employee has been ill. Incorrect advice from Job Centre or Employment Tribunal staff. Delay due to the postal service.
New evidence comes to light later making a claim possible.
The employee did not know they could claim. If the employee used the employer s appeal or disciplinary procedures instead. If the employee waited for other legal action connected with the dismissal to end. A solicitor or legal advisor gave incorrect advice. All Rights Reserved.