Overview
- Judge Paul Abbott upheld findings of direct race discrimination, harassment related to race, victimisation and wrongful dismissal against the West Wickham franchise operator.
- KFC manager Kajan Theiventhiram referred to employee Madhesh Ravichandran as a “slave” and refused his leave request after saying he would prioritise Sri Lankan Tamil staff.
- Tribunal evidence showed the claimant was pushed to work far beyond contracted hours, including weeks of 50–75 hours and one week exceeding 89 hours.
- The panel found Ravichandran was summarily dismissed while working his notice and was entitled to one week’s pay in lieu, with total compensation reaching about £66,800.
- The outlet is run by Nexus Foods Limited, the hearing took place in September 2025, the judgment was issued in late December, and no appeal has been reported.