Renewal refused after two fixed-term contracts

Reported facts

A bus-company worker requested an indefinite-term contract after two fixed terms. The employer terminated at expiry after his safety complaint.

Published outcome

No misconduct, inability to do original or reassigned work after the statutory medical period, or inability despite training or reassignment applied. The court ordered an indefinite-term contract.

Limits when comparing your own situation

The outcome did not arise from the complaint alone. Contract history, statutory exceptions and the employee’s request mattered. Current interpretation and local facts must be considered separately.

Questions to prepare for your own situation

• Which contracts, renewals and expiry dates can I list?
• What request did I submit, and how was it answered?
• Does the stated termination reason match the documents?

These preparation questions are our editorial guidance, not findings in the original case.