Managing TUPE Transfers: Key WRC rulings from 2025

The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2003 - commonly referred to as TUPE - remains one of the most heavily litigated areas of employment law. Designed to protect employees when a business or part of a business changes hands, Transfer of Undertakings Regulations often give rise to complex disputes over consent, consultation, contractual terms, and the implications of refusal to transfer. For employers, navigating these rules correctly is critical to avoid costly claims and operational disruption.

The cases summarised below examine the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) decisions from 2025 that underscores the risks and responsibilities for employers during a transfer process.