Employment Appeal Tribunal (UK)

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) in the UK is a specialized court that reviews decisions made by employment tribunals. Its role is to ensure that employment law has been applied correctly, focusing on legal issues rather than re-examining facts. If either party believes a tribunal made an error in law—such as misinterpreting legislation or procedural mistakes—they can appeal to the EAT. The EAT then considers whether the original decision was legally sound and may uphold, dismiss, or send the case back for reconsideration. It helps maintain fairness and consistency in employment law rulings.