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Nicholas Collins v Swissport Ireland Limited [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00052319   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background: The Complainant, employed by the Respondent since October 2004, served as Cargo Compliance Manager at the time of his dismissal in December 2023. His role entailed overseeing compliance with aviation safety and cargo export regulations. His dismissal arose following an Irish Aviation Au...
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Dismissal Contracts of Employment Policies and Procedures
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David McCullagh v Ballyseedy Restaurant Ltd [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00051206   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background:The Complainant, with significant experience in food service and IT, began working for the Respondent as a Digital Transformation Specialist on a fixed-term contract from June to August 2021, while pursuing further studies in IT. His role, reporting directly to the CEO, was extended unti...
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Dismissal Pay Annual Leave and Holiday Pay
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Ronald Bujdei v Rathcreedon Limited t/a Sushi King [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00050926   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background:The Complainant had worked with the Respondent company since 2018. He was ultimately dismissed for insubordination and claimed the dismissal was unfair. The Complainant additionally raised issues around working on Sundays, working longer hours than allowed by Statute, the allocation of m...
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Discipline Policies and Procedures
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Veronica Dowling v An Post [2024]

Decision number:EDA2451   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background: This appeal by Ms. Veronica Dowling challenges the WRC Adjudication Officer's decision regarding her claims against An Post for discrimination based on age and disability, including allegations of victimisation and failure to provide reasonable accommodation. The Adjudication Officer f...
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Discrimination
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Norma Burke v Press Photographers Ireland CLG [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00050540   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background:The Complainant alleged gender discrimination regarding her eligibility for membership in the Respondent association, claiming exclusion based on her student status and part-time work, contrary to the Equal Status Act 2000. She attempted to apply in August and September 2023 but encounte...
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Discrimination
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Lukasz Nowak v Securitas [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00052345   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background:The Complainant stated that his wife gave birth but experienced complications, necessitating emergency surgery. Despite her weakened state, she was discharged on two days later, earlier than expected. She required significant care, which left her unable to care for their children. Lackin...
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Graziano D’amato v Tripadmit Ltd [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00047459   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background:The Complainant, employed as a sales/account executive for a travel technology start-up, joined on 20 September 2021 and was dismissed without notice on 30 May 2023. The stated reason for dismissal was unsatisfactory sales performance related to his clients. However, he claimed that his ...
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Dismissal Redundancy
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Laura O’ Regan v Killarney Advertiser Limited t/a Killarney Advertiser [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00027676   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background: The Complainant, employed from November 2018, managed the front desk and worked in sales for her employer. She experienced escalating harassment from Mr. J, a local man who repeatedly visited the office, intimidating and using abusive language. Although management was informed, prevent...
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Dismissal
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Anna Sheridan v Kildare Community Kare Ltd & Martin Flinter & Maureen Roche Flinter [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00048700   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background: The Complainant a yard worker, alleged discrimination and victimisation by her employer after disclosing her pregnancy. Initially, her pregnancy announcement was met with a “bland” response from management, and shortly after, she observed a shift in their attitude. She expressed concer...
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Discrimination
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Keith Hackett v Heineken Ireland Limited [2024]

Decision number:ADJ-00043446.   Legal body: Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Background: The Respondent stated the Complainant faced allegations of bullying and harassment from colleagues, Mr. A. and Mr. B, who reported derogatory treatment and workplace issues. An expanded investigation included additional claims of derogatory comments about female colleagues. The investi...
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Dismissal Policies and Procedures