https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/law/tribunal-fee-refunds-finally-open-to-all/5063708.article
Ministry of Justice says all those who paid fees can now come forward after successful pilot.

If you paid a fee for an Employment Tribunal matter from July 2013 onwards, you can appy for a refund here - https://www.gov.uk/employment-tribunals/refund-tribunal-fees