What is the purpose of a preliminary hearing in employment tribunals?
The purpose of a preliminary hearing in employment tribunals is to determine whether the claimant's case has sufficient merit to proceed to a full hearing. These hearings are held before a tribunal judge and provide an opportunity for both parties to present their arguments and evidence. The judge will make a decision on whether the case has a reasonable chance of success and whether it is within the jurisdiction of the tribunal. If the case is deemed to have merit, it will be scheduled for a full hearing. A preliminary hearing can save time and resources by weeding out weak claims or cases that fall outside of the tribunal's jurisdiction.
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