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FWCFair Work Commission · 31 December 2025

Mr Jay Payne v The Trustee For Angi Trading Trust

Citation: [2026] FWC 133

What happened

Mr Jay Payne brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against The Trustee For Angi Trading Trust. The Fair Work Commission has granted the application.

What was decided

The Fair Work Commission granted Mr Payne’s application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision states that the application was granted, but provides no further reasoning or details regarding the remedy. The case references previous decisions in *Lockyear v Cox* and *Cole v Roy Hill Station*.

What it means for employers

Employers should ensure they have a fair process for dismissing employees and are prepared to justify their decisions if challenged. This case provides no specific guidance beyond the grant of the application.

What it means for employees

Employees who believe they have been unfairly dismissed should consider applying for an unfair dismissal remedy through the Fair Work Commission. This case indicates that applications can be granted.

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Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:

https://www.fwc.gov.au/document-view/decisions/mr-jay-payne-v-the-trustee-for-angi-trading-trust-2026-fwc-133

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This summary was drafted by AI from the published decision and reviewed before publishing. It is general information, not legal advice. For your specific situation, speak to the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified lawyer. About these summaries & corrections →

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