There is a provision proposed in the new Workplace Relations Bill 2014 which, if passed, will have serious cost implications for employers in Ireland. This new provision will change section 19 of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997, and provides that time spent by an employee on certified sick leave will be counted as … Read more
It’s an easy mistake to make. If you are an employer you are in danger of leaving yourself wide open to expensive claims by your employees if you fail to follow some basic but essential steps in your employment relationship with your employees. In addition to settling successful claims brought by employees you also run … Read more
Calculating holiday entitlements can be a real pain. And can lead to bad feeling and a sense of grievance if not done correctly. How do you calculate holiday entitlements in Ireland? Annual leave, like minimum rest periods for employees, is covered by the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and is a statutory right of … Read more