New Law on Contractual Retirement Ages… What’s Changing?
A new law that was passed at the end of 2025 will change how employers deal with contractual retirement ages of 65 or under. While the legislation has not yet come into force, it will require employers to take a more considered approach where an employee wishes to continue working beyond their contractual retirement age, […]
Employee Awarded €8,800 Despite Misconduct
A salesman accused of misusing a company credit card to buy cigarettes and lotto tickets and using his work email for dating websites has had an €18,000 award for unfair dismissal halved by the Labour Court. Kashan Carpets, trading as Lynfrae Trading, appealed a previous Workplace Relations Commission decision that found Fergal McGrath had been […]
Employment Law Changes in 2026: What Employers Need to Know
Employment legislation in 2026 will introduce a range of significant developments for Irish employers. Many of these changes stem from EU directives and national policy commitments, with a strong emphasis on fair pay, transparency, workforce protection and responsible use of technology. Employers should take steps early to understand their obligations and prepare their policies, contracts […]