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ESRI Study flags low number of employment inspectors
A recently published Economic and Social Research Institute report on non-EU nationals in irregular employment in Ireland indicated that the food service activity sector accounted for 54 per cent of employment permit legislation breaches in 2023, with 12 per cent in hair and beauty, and 11 per cent in wholesale. The ESRI also raised concerns about the low number of work permit inspectors.
Rate of parents taking maternity and paternity leave dropped last year - CSO
The proportion of female employees in receipt of state Maternity Benefit in 2022 fell to 5.5%. The sector with the highest rate of employees availing of state maternity benefit was Human Health and Social Work Activities while the lowest rate was in Accommodation and Food Service Activities. The CSO figures also who that since being introduced in 2019, claims for state Parent’s Benefit have seen a dramatic increase.
Agreement reached on Platform Work Directive
On 11 March 2024, EU employment and social affairs ministers confirmed the provisional agreement reached between the European Parliament and the European Council on a new platform work directive. This was a somewhat surprising development, further to the agreement being blocked by a number of states last month. Platform workers are often referred to as "gig workers" and the term refers to those workers who are contracted to work for a digital platform, such as food delivery drivers and rideshare drivers, often as independent contractors.
Bread and Salt
By now, we all know that a balanced diet is essential for health. Everything in moderation and a little of what you fancy!
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Food Drink Ireland
Food Drink Ireland (FDI) is the main trade association for the food and drink industry in Ireland. It represents the interests of over 150 food, drink and non-food grocery manufacturers and suppliers. We're committed to ensuring an environment exists which is conducive to the success and further growth of the Irish food and drink industry internationally. FDI is a member of a number of different European and International business representative organisations to ensure our members are heard at an EU level. We provide leadership and direction on a number of key strategic issues, including the economic importance and reputation of the sector, Brexit, competitiveness, innovation, trade, skills regulation and general food chain policy. We also develop and deliver industry-led training to the Food and Drink Industry through our Food Drink Ireland Skillnet.
One hour rest break for retail workers past its sell-by date?
Whether or not an individual is considered a "shop employee" will determine the length of break they are entitled to during the working day. Ibec is currently exploring this legislative requirement with member organisations to establish whether this one hour break is in fact still fit for purpose.
Catherine Toolan appointed Chair of Ibec Experience Economy policy committee
Ibec’s Experience Economy policy committee today announced the appointment of Catherine Toolan, Managing Director of Diageo Irish Brand Homes, as its new Chairperson during a meeting held at Shannon Airport. Irish Brand Homes includes Guinness Storehouse and Open Gate Brewery, Roe and Co and the Smithwick’s Experience in Kilkenny. Catherine takes over the role from Pat McCann, former CEO of Dalata Hotel Group, who stood as Chairperson for two and a half years.