Schedule of Loss

When you usually need a Schedule of Loss

• When the tribunal orders the claimant to serve a Schedule of Loss by a set date.
• When you are preparing for a final hearing or a separate remedy hearing where compensation will be argued.
• When you need up-to-date figures for settlement talks or a dispute resolution appointment.
• When your losses, mitigation, or employment position have changed and the figures need updating.

Calculating loss of earnings for employment tribunal

1. 01

   Past loss of earnings

   Calculate the wages, pension, benefits, and bonus loss from the relevant dismissal or detriment date up to the schedule date or hearing date.

2. 02

   Future loss of earnings

   Estimate how long your loss is likely to continue, using a realistic period based on your job search, sector, health, and the available evidence.

3. 03

   Ongoing shortfall

   If you have found a lower-paid job, your future loss can include the difference between your old income package and the new one.

4. 04

   Other heads of loss

   Add notice pay, benefits, pension, expenses, injury to feelings, ACAS uplift, interest, or other pleaded heads only where they fit the claim.

Loss of earnings court and tribunal rules

• A loss of earnings employment tribunal claim requires proof of loss, like payslips, a P60, or benefit records.
• You must show you have looked for new work because the tribunal expects you to mitigate your loss where reasonably possible.
• Use a clear calculation for past loss, future loss, pension, notice, benefits, and any deductions so the tribunal can follow the maths.

Injury to Feelings and Vento Bands

• If your claim includes discrimination, you should include a section for injury to feelings compensation uk.
• This award follows the Vento bands for discrimination. For claims using the bands in force from 6 April 2026, the current ranges are GBP1,300 to GBP12,600, GBP12,600 to GBP37,700, and GBP37,700 to GBP62,900.
• Unlike loss of earnings, injury to feelings tax free status means you usually receive the full award without deductions.
• Provide injury to feelings evidence, such as medical notes or a witness statement, to justify which Vento band you are claiming in.

How do I calculate the compensation awards?