JK v LM

The EAT dismissed JK’s appeal and LM’s cross appeal. The deposit order stands and strike out was refused in a claim about refusal of security clearance.

The Employment Appeal Tribunal gave its judgment on 21 September 2026. The case concerns a refusal of security clearance and alleged discrimination because of nationality or national origin.

JK brought claims of direct and indirect discrimination against LM. The Employment Tribunal had refused to strike out the claims but made a deposit order as it found they had little reasonable prospect of success.