Mark Erwood v Hays Specialist Recruitment and others
Citation: [2026] FWCFB 90
What happened
Mark Erwood sought permission to appeal a decision made by Deputy President Dean in February 2026 regarding matter number C2025/10221. The Fair Work Commission Full Bench, comprised of Deputy President Bell and another Deputy President, considered the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission Full Bench refused Mark Erwood’s application for permission to appeal. The decision did not provide reasoning beyond stating that permission was refused. The original decision was made by Deputy President Dean in February 2026.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure decisions are thoroughly reviewed and any appeal processes are understood and followed correctly. This case highlights the importance of adhering to Fair Work processes and procedures.
What it means for employees
Employees seeking to appeal a Fair Work decision should understand the process for obtaining permission to appeal and the grounds for doing so.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
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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 →