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Zen Internet Faces Tribunal Setback Over CEO Dismissal

10/30/2025

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Zen Internet has lost its appeal over unfair dismissal of Paul Stobart, the former Zen Internet CEO.
Manchester tribunal ruled in 2024 that Zen failed to follow procedures.
The tribunal upheld that finding on 27 October 2025, despite capability-issues claims.
Zen reported turnover of £121 million for the year ending September 2024, with profits at £320,000.
A Zen spokesperson said the case was remitted to Employment Tribunal for further consideration.

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Zen Internet has lost its appeal over unfair dismissal of Paul Stobart, the former Zen Internet CEO.
Manchester tribunal ruled in 2024 that Zen failed to follow procedures.
The tribunal upheld that finding on 27 October 2025, despite capability-issues claims.
Zen reported turnover of £121 million for the year ending September 2024, with profits at £320,000.
A Zen spokesperson said the case was remitted to Employment Tribunal for further consideration.