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Statutory sick pay from 2023 - navigating the next steps without a compass
With the commencement date of new law introducing statutory sick pay just a few short weeks away, employers are hopeful that the much anticipated regulations under the Statutory Sick Leave Act 2022 will provide further guidance on the operation of the new legislation. The new rules takes effect from 1 January 2023.
Working Time Directive implemented for Defence Force personnel
An EU directive which sets out statutory rights for employees in respect of daily breaks, weekly rest, maximum working times and annual leave, is to be implemented across the Defence Forces.
Statistics show sharp increase in number of permits issued in 2022
The statistics, which were released by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment this month, show that 34,141 permits were issued between January and October in 2022. The highest number of permits were issued to applicants from India and Brazil.
When Duty Calls – what are an employers’ obligations in relation employees who are members of the Reserve Defence Forces?
An army reservist in the Republic of Ireland is a part-time member of the Reserve Defence Force (RDF), which includes the Army Reserve, Naval Service Reserve, and First Line Reserve. Reservists give their spare time to support the Republic of Ireland’s defence and can assist the Permanent Defence Force (PDF) during crises or in ceremonial roles.
Summer workplace tips for employers
From arranging Summer workplace social events to managing competing requests for annual leave and interns joining the workplace, the coming weeks will be busy for employers and HR practitioners.
Minister confirms Living Wage deferred to 2029 under Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity
The Programme for Government mandated the development of an Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity, intended to cover areas critical to Ireland’s economic performance including industrial policy, regulatory burden reduction, infrastructure, energy, trade, and innovation.
‘Section 39’ pay deal restores link to national-level agreements
A pay agreement for workers in community and social care organisations – which provides for a phased 9.25% increase and restores a pay linkage with public service agreements – has been backed by the workers concerned.
Public consultation opens on how to transpose the Platform Work Directive
The EU Platform Work Directive aims to enhance working conditions and data protection for individuals engaged in platform work across the EU. The public consultation raises some key issues on employment status with views sought from stakeholders and interested parties by 5pm on 3 November.
Ibec Employment Law Conference 2025, Bridging Generations: Managing a multi-generational workforce
Partnered by Fragomen and DeCare Dental Bridging Generations: Managing a multi-generational workforce, was the theme of Ibec’s Annual Employment Law Conference 2025, held in the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, on 10 April.
This year’s conference, which brought over 400 senior HR professionals together and was moderated by broadcaster Kieran Cuddihy, explored the opportunities and challenges of managing today’s workforce - made up of five generations, against a backdrop of extensive employment regulation.
Micro Credentials: A Practical Tool for Addressing Skills Gaps in the Workplace
In today’s fast-paced and constantly changing business environment, organisations across all sectors are facing increasing pressure to adapt quickly, stay competitive, and retain talent. One of the biggest challenges many organisations are faced with is how to address growing skills gaps within their workforce—without disrupting operations or taking employees out of the business for extended periods of formal training. Micro-credentials have emerged as a key tool for companies to address this challenge head on.