How Does Sick Leave Work in Ireland?
Pension Advice Ireland
An Employer’s Guide
The introduction of the Sick Leave Act 2022 in Ireland gave all workers the right to paid sick leave. It is available to all workers, regardless of their […]
Sales Executive awarded statutory redundancy payment of €11,604.00
Sales Executive awarded statutory redundancy payment of €11,604.00
A Sales Executive lodged a claim to the WRC alleging that she failed to receive her statutory redundancy entitlement. The Company she worked for went into liquidation. The total sum she was […]
Barista is Awarded €25,000.00 for Harassment, Sexual Harassment & Discrimination
Pension Advice Ireland
A café was ordered to pay €25,000.00 to a former employee for allegations relating to harassment sexual harassment, and discrimination. This case highlights the importance of following internal policies and […]
How to Run an Interactive and Effective Conference Call
Pension Advice Ireland
The COVID-19 situation forced many businesses to operate remotely, resulting in many employees now working from home. This shift equates to many adaptations. One, in particular, is maintaining […]
What is the purpose of a whistleblowing policy?
Whistleblowing is a specific means by which an employee or stakeholder can report or dis-close information through established channels in good faith, through a reasonable belief that the information provided is substantially accurate.
According to the Protected Disclosures Act 2014, […]
Health & Safety in the workplace
What are Health and Safety regulations?
Companies are responsible for the health and safety of their employees. Therefore, the objective is to provide a safe and healthy work environment as reasonably practicable for all employees, contractors, visitors, or any other […]
Probation Period in Ireland
Pension Advice Ireland
A probationary period is a specified length of time, usually stipulated in the contract of employment. Where an Employer assesses the new employee’s suitability for the position. It is customary […]
Increase on the pay rate for the Construction Sector
Increase on the rate pays for the Construction Sector
There has been an update to the Sectoral Employment Order (Construction Sector) increasing the rates of pay for the categories of workers within it by 2.7%. The updated Order fixes the […]
Grievance Procedure: What is the Purpose?
Pension Advice Ireland
Grievance Policy and Procedure Guide
Purpose of Grievance Procedure
The purpose of a grievance policy provides staff with a readily accessible procedure for addressing problems […]
Paternity Leave in Ireland
Paternity Leave explained
New parents (other than the birth mother) are entitled to paternity leave following birth or adoption of a child.
There is no obligation under Irish law for Employers to pay for it. This is at the discretion of […]