Labor & Employment

Fabiana Santos Da Silva v VIEC Limited - Unfair Dismissals Act Adjudication

The Workplace Relations Commission has issued an adjudication decision regarding a constructive dismissal claim filed by Fabiana Santos Da Silva against VIEC Limited (t/a The Four Ferns). The case involves the interpretation of the Unfair Dismissals Act, 1977, specifically concerning the burden of proof for constructive dismissal claims.

WRC Awards €650 for Working Time Act Breach

The Irish Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) awarded €650 to an employee for breaches of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. The employer, The Portlaoise Pantry Limited, failed to provide required breaks to the complainant within the statutory timeframe. The decision highlights the importance of adhering to break entitlements under Irish labor law.

Valeria Butera v. Rotunda Hospital - Pay Scale Recognition

The Workplace Relations Commission has ruled in favor of Valeria Butera in a case concerning pay scale recognition. The decision addresses the incorrect placement of Ms. Butera on the first point of the Grade V pay scale upon her employment with the Rotunda Hospital, failing to account for recognized relevant service abroad.

Workplace Relations Commission Appointments

Minister Alan Dillon announced the appointment of Kevin Foley as Chairperson and Rachael Ryan as a Board Member of Ireland's Workplace Relations Commission (WRC). These appointments, made under the Workplace Relations Act 2015, follow open recruitment processes and are for five and two years respectively, commencing March 2, 2026.

WRC Ireland: Applications for Board Chairperson and Ordinary Member

The Irish Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment is inviting applications for the positions of Chairperson and Ordinary Member to the Board of the Workplace Relations Commission. The application deadline is November 11, 2025.

Public Consultation on Remote Working Legislation Review

The Irish Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment has launched a public consultation to review the operation of the right to request remote working legislation introduced in March 2024. The consultation seeks views from employers, employees, and other stakeholders on the effectiveness and clarity of the current provisions.

WRC Christmas and New Year Infoline Hours

The Irish Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) has announced its infoline hours and office closures for the Christmas and New Year period of 2025-2026. Offices will be closed on December 25th and 26th, 2025, and January 1st, 2026. Phone lines will have reduced hours on December 29th, 30th, and 31st, 2025, resuming normal hours on January 2nd, 2026.

Labor Department Seeks OMB Review for National Worker Survey

The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on its submission to the Office of Management and Budget for review of the National Worker Survey. This survey aims to estimate non-compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act among workers, particularly in low-wage sectors.

PBGC Releases QDRO Practical Guide for Divorce Benefit Division

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) has released a new guide titled 'Qualified Domestic Relations Orders: A Practical Guide to Dividing PBGC Benefits in Divorce.' This guide is designed to assist participants and alternate payees of PBGC-trusteed pension plans in understanding the process of dividing pension benefits during divorce proceedings.

OWCP Provider Enrollment Form Revision Consultation

The Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) is requesting public comments on proposed revisions to the OWCP 1168 Provider Enrollment Form. This form is used to collect necessary information from providers for billing and payment processing under various workers' compensation statutes.