Perjury in employment courts

[Scribbler10]

I have recently had a judgement for unfair dismissal go against me because my ex-employer said in his witness statement ,and in court, that he had not continued the business for which I was partly responsible. The judge accepted this explanation. However, I know this to untruthful -- he has started a new business, with almost the same name. It has even been announced to the industry in a press release. Do I have any recourse in law? Do the laws of perjury apply to employment court hearings?

[thugulike]

You have the chance to cross examine the respondent. It is up to you to ensure that the tribunal has all the facts and they make up their minds who they believe.

[Hymie]

I would agree with thugulike.

Prior to the tribunal, you were aware of your ex-employers statement and should have gathered evidence/witnesses to present to the tribunal that this was not correct (if that was indeed the case).

The fact that he has started up a business with almost the same name, does not prove ‘he had not continued the business for which you were partly responsible’. He could have subsequently come into money, which he felt would be a good investment in such a business.

Based on your posting, I doubt anyone would entertain a claim for perjury.

[buildersmate]

For what it's worth, I also agree with the two above.
In addition, if the business was a limited liability company, it is probably true that 'he had not continued the business ........'. Closing a limited company (often leaving debts or other liabilities) is a well-known ruse for shutting down an existing activity
and restarting afresh using the same directors as before.
With care it can be done, without legal recourses.