10. Limitation and ACAS dates

Is the dismissal claim in time?

Yes, on either termination date, the dismissal claim is comfortably in time.

What are the key dates?

ACAS was notified on 14 August 2025, the certificate was issued on 24 September 2025, and the ET1 was presented on 1 October 2025.

What if someone mentions 25 September as the certificate date?

I should rely on the certificate itself. My records show the certificate date as 24 September 2025, although an ACAS email had predicted 25 September.

Are all earlier detriments automatically in time?

No, not automatically. For any earlier section 47B detriment, I mainly say it was part of a series of similar acts that ended within the time limit. If an earlier Employment Rights Act detriment is treated as separate and late, the question is whether it was reasonably practicable to bring it in time. The Equality Act has a different test. Conduct continuing over a period is treated as happening at the end of that period, and the Tribunal can extend time if it considers this fair.

What should you avoid saying?

Avoid saying that every allegation is necessarily in time on every analysis. The dismissal complaint and 22 July detriment are clearly in time. If an earlier act is challenged, the precise complaint, date and applicable legal test should be identified.

What if the Respondent raises limitation?

I ask HiveRisk to identify the exact complaint and date it says are late. The Tribunal can then decide whether it needs evidence, more details or a decision at a later hearing.